Which product design innovation in scientific equipment during the 1970s-80s dramatically reduced laboratory costs and democratized access to scientific analysis?

The intersection of science and product design has led to revolutionary innovations in laboratory equipment. Over decades, certain scientific instruments have undergone remarkable transformations that improved research capabilities. This trivia tests your knowledge about a pivotal design change that transformed scientific research accessibility and efficiency.

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The transition from glass to disposable plastic petri dishes
The development of bench-top spectrometers replacing room-sized models
The introduction of digital thermometers replacing mercury thermometers
The creation of pre-mixed chemical reagent kits