Safety Quiz

Answer each question by clicking the correct blue button. Only the first answer selected is graded.

1.  What are the potential dangers if a chemical from a lab spills on your hand?
A. Your hand could catch fire.
B. You will risk being infected with bacteria.
C. You could get a chemical burn.
D. You could cut your hand.

2.  Which is the correct way to hold a test tube while heating its contents?
A. Pointing straight up.
B. Pointing horizontally.
C. Pointing away from yourself and others.
D. Pointing straight at yourself.

3.  Why is it important to NOT run if your hair or clothing catches fire in a science lab?
A. It will cause others to run.
B. Running will put out the fire.
C. The fire will burn out on it’s own.
D. Running will feed oxygen to the fire.

4.  You are performing a lab that involves a mouse. In your lab, you see the safety symbol of a mouse, indicating a biological specimen will be used. Who does this precaution protect?
A. You and the mouse.
B. You only.
C. The mouse only.
D. Your instructor.

5.  “MSDS” is a short way of saying:
A. Multiple standards data sheets.
B. Material safety data sheets.
C. Middle school deterioration status.
D. Mastering school district safety.

6.  Laboratory aprons or coats should be worn when working with:
A. glassware of any kind.
B. small animals when being handled.
C. electrical equipment.
D. chemicals and heated substances.

7.  Report accidents:
A. only if you see blood.
B. of any kind to the teacher.
C. if they seem serious to you.
D. to the person next to you.

8.  Many chemicals are toxic. The best way to smell chemicals safely is to:
A. bring the container to your nose.
B. inhale fumes directly from the container.
C. ask your partner to smell the chemical.
D. gently wave your hand over the container.


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