Science Safety Rules and Symbols Worksheet
A Grade 9 science worksheet covering essential lab safety rules and common safety symbols.
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Science Safety Rules and Symbols
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Pay close attention to details about laboratory safety rules and symbols.
1. What is the most important reason for following safety rules in a science laboratory?
To get a good grade on the experiment
To prevent accidents and injuries
To finish the experiment quickly
To impress the teacher
2. Which symbol indicates that a substance is corrosive and can cause damage to skin or materials?
Flammable
Biohazard
Corrosive
Toxic
3. Always wear to protect your eyes from chemical splashes or projectiles.
4. Before starting any experiment, you should always read and understand all .
5. If a chemical spills on your skin, you should immediately rinse the affected area with plenty of for at least 15 minutes.
6. It is acceptable to eat or drink in the science laboratory as long as you are careful.
True
False
7. You should always report any accidents, no matter how minor, to your teacher immediately.
True
False
8. Identify the safety symbol shown below and explain what it means in a laboratory setting.
9. List three general safety rules that should always be followed when working in a science lab.