Science Safety Quiz

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

• To enhance vision in the lab.

• To make the lab look more professional.

• To prevent contamination of experiments.

• To protect the eyes from potential hazards

Which of the following is an example of lab equipment used for measuring volume?

• beaker

• graduated cylinder

• petri dish

• test tube

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

• Rub the affected area with a towel.

• Apply a bandage to the affected area.

• Ignore the spill and continue working.

• Rinse the affected area with water and seek medical attention.

What does the safety symbol with a flame represent?

• explosive

• flammable

• toxic

• corrosive

What is the correct way to handle broken glassware?

• Blow on the broken glass to disperse it into smaller pieces.

• Carefully pick up the larger pieces using gloves or tongs, sweep up the smaller fragments, and dispose of it properly according to local regulations.

• Leave the broken glass on the floor and wait for someone else to clean it up.

• Use bare hands to pick up the broken glass and throw it in the trash.

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

• Run around in a panic without alerting anyone.

• Stay in the lab and try to put out the fire yourself.

• Ignore the fire and continue working.

• Evacuate the area, activate the fire alarm, inform the nearest staff, and follow the evacuation plan.

What does the safety symbol with an exclamation mark represent?

• Warning or caution

• Prohibition or restriction

• Information or notice

• Danger or hazard

Which of the following is an example of personal protective equipment (PPE)?

• Helmet

• Goggles

• Umbrella

• Scarf

What should you do if you accidentally eat a chemical?

• Ignore it and hope for the best

• Induce vomiting immediately

• Drink water to dilute the chemical

• Call poison control or seek medical help

What does the safety symbol with a skull and crossbones represent?

• Toxic substance

• Radioactive material

• Flammable substance

• Biohazard