Chemistry Lab Safety Worksheet
A worksheet covering essential chemistry lab safety rules and procedures for Grade 9 students.
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Chemistry Lab Safety
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet assesses your understanding of essential chemistry lab safety procedures.
1. What is the most important piece of personal protective equipment (PPE) to wear at all times in the lab when handling chemicals?
Lab coat
Gloves
Safety goggles
Closed-toe shoes
2. What should you do immediately if you spill a chemical on your skin?
Wipe it off with a paper towel
Notify your teacher and rinse with plenty of water
Ignore it if it's a small spill
Apply a neutralizing agent immediately
1. It is acceptable to eat or drink in the chemistry lab as long as you are careful not to contaminate your food.
True
False
2. Always add water to concentrated acid to dilute it safely.
True
False
1. Before starting any experiment, you should always read the carefully.
2. If a chemical gets into your eye, you should immediately use the for at least 15 minutes.
3. Long hair in the lab should always be or tied back.
1. Explain why it is important to wear closed-toe shoes in the chemistry lab.
2. Describe the proper procedure for wafting a chemical odor.
Observe the image below, which depicts essential lab safety equipment. Identify the item shown and explain its purpose.
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