science safety quiz

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of safety goggles in a science lab?

Answer 1

To protect the eyes from hazardous chemicals and debris.

Question 2

True or False: It is safe to conduct experiments without a lab coat.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Fill in the blank: Always tie back long ______ when working in a lab.

Answer 3

hair

Question 4

What should you do if you spill a chemical on your skin?

Answer 4

Immediately rinse the affected area with water and inform the teacher.

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a proper way to handle glassware? (a) Use both hands, (b) Inspect for cracks, (c) Heat it directly without checking, (d) Report any breakage immediately.

Answer 5

c) Heat it directly without checking

Question 6

What is the correct way to smell a chemical in the lab?

Answer 6

Waft the scent towards your nose using your hand.

Question 7

True or False: It is acceptable to eat or drink in the science lab.

Answer 7

False

Question 8

What should you do if there is a fire in the lab?

Answer 8

Follow the fire evacuation plan and use a fire extinguisher if trained.

Question 9

Fill in the blank: Always read the ______ before starting an experiment.

Answer 9

instructions

Question 10

What type of shoes are recommended for a science lab?

Answer 10

Closed-toe shoes that cover the entire foot.

Question 11

Multiple Choice: Which of the following should be used to put out a small chemical fire? (a) Water, (b) Fire extinguisher, (c) Sand, (d) Both b and c

Answer 11

d) Both b and c

Question 12

True or False: You can mix chemicals without consulting your teacher if you think it will work.

Answer 12

False

Question 13

What personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when handling acids?

Answer 13

Gloves and safety goggles.

Question 14

Fill in the blank: Always dispose of chemicals in the designated ______.

Answer 14

waste containers

Question 15

What should you do if you see someone acting unsafely in the lab?

Answer 15

Tell them to stop and inform the teacher.

Question 16

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a sign of a safe lab environment? (a) Cluttered workspaces, (b) Safety equipment readily available, (c) Unlabeled chemicals, (d) Open flames everywhere

Answer 16

b) Safety equipment readily available

Question 17

True or False: You should always work alone in the lab.

Answer 17

False

Question 18

What is the first thing you should do in case of an accident?

Answer 18

Alert the teacher immediately.

Question 19

Fill in the blank: Never use ______ equipment that is damaged or broken.

Answer 19

lab

Question 20

What should you do with your hands before starting an experiment?

Answer 20

Wash them thoroughly.

Question 21

Multiple Choice: In case of a chemical spill, what is the first step? (a) Clean it up immediately, (b) Evacuate the area, (c) Notify the teacher, (d) Ignore it

Answer 21

c) Notify the teacher

Question 22

True or False: It is safe to use expired chemicals.

Answer 22

False

Question 23

What is the purpose of a safety shower in the lab?

Answer 23

To rinse off chemicals from the body in case of spills.

Question 24

Fill in the blank: Always check the ______ of chemicals before using them.

Answer 24

labels

Question 25

What should you do if your lab partner is injured?

Answer 25

Seek help from the teacher immediately.

Question 26

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a safe way to heat a substance? (a) Directly over a flame, (b) Using a hot plate, (c) Using a microwave, (d) All of the above

Answer 26

b) Using a hot plate

Question 27

exploding bomb - definition + example

Answer 27

- handle with care - ex: fireworks

Question 28

flame - definition + example

Answer 28

- keep away from heat sources - ex: gasoline

Question 29

flame over circle - definition + example

Answer 29

- keep away from flammable - ex: nitric acid oxygen

Question 30

gas cylinder - definition + example

Answer 30

- do not hit/drop - ex: propane

Question 31

environment - definition + example

Answer 31

- be cautious when disposing - ex: pesticides

Question 32

corrosion - definition + example

Answer 32

- wear P.P.E - ex: sulfuric acid

Question 33

skull & crossbones - definition + example

Answer 33

- do not ingest - ex: cyanide

Question 34

health hazard - definition + example

Answer 34

- (severe) avoid exposure - ex: asbestos

Question 35

exclamation mark - definition + example

Answer 35

- (less severe) avoid exposure - ex: pepper spray

Question 36

bio hazardous - definition + example

Answer 36

- gloves goggles - ex: medical waste

Question 37

WHMIS stands for?

Answer 37

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System

Question 38

All___________ products at school or workplace must have WHMIS labels

Answer 38

controlled

Question 39

HHPS stands for?

Answer 39

Hazardous Household Products Symboles

Question 40

You will find hazard symbols on the labels of ____________ at home and at school.

Answer 40

Chemicals

Question 41

These symbols tell us how ________________ a chemical is.

Answer 41

Dangerous

Question 42

triangle sign?

Answer 42

Caution

Question 43

Diamond sign?

Answer 43

Warning

Question 44

Hexagon sign?

Answer 44

Danger

Question 45

The more ________ ___ __ ______, the more the _________

Answer 45

The more sides to a shape, the more the danger.

Question 46

The picture tells us the ______ of damage the chemical can cause

Answer 46

Type