Lab Safety and Equipment Quiz

What is the first thing you should do if you spill a chemical on yourself?

• Leave the chemical on the skin and wait for it to evaporate.

• Rinse the affected area with water for at least 15 minutes.

• Rub the affected area with a towel.

• Apply a neutralizing agent to the affected area.

Which of the following is NOT a lab safety rule?

• Wear open-toed shoes in the lab

• Keep food and drinks out of the lab.

• Tie back long hair.

• Wear gloves when handling chemicals.

What should you do if you don't understand a lab procedure?

• Ask for clarification from your instructor or lab supervisor.

• Ask a classmate for help.

• Ignore the procedure and move on.

• Figure it out on your own.

Which of the following is a piece of lab equipment used for measuring volume?

• graduated cylinder

• petri dish

• test tube

• beaker

What should you do if you accidentally break a glassware in the lab?

• Ignore the broken glassware and continue working.

• Notify your supervisor or lab staff.

• Clean up the broken glassware yourself.

• Hide the broken glassware and pretend it didn't happen.

Which of the following is NOT a lab safety procedure?

• Not wearing protective clothing

• Wearing closed-toe shoes.

• Using safety goggles.

• Keeping the work area clean.

What should you do if you accidentally spill a chemical on the lab bench?

• Ignore it and continue working

• Clean it up immediately with paper towels

• Notify your lab instructor and follow their instructions.

• Pour water on it to dilute the chemical

Which of the following is a piece of lab equipment used for heating substances?

• Microscope

• Pipette

• Centrifuge

• Bunsen burner

What should you do if you accidentally inhale a chemical vapor?

• Ignore it and continue working

• Hold your breath and wait for the vapor to dissipate

• Drink water to dilute the chemical

• Move to fresh air immediately and seek medical attention.

Which of the following is a lab safety rule?

• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Work alone in the lab without supervision.

• Ignore warning signs and labels.

• Keep food and drinks away from the lab area.