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Lab Equipment and Safety

Total questions: 53

Worksheet time: 36mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which is an image of a beaker?

a)
b)
c)
d)
2.

Which is an image of a erlenmeyer flask?

a)
b)
c)
d)
3.

Which is an image of a graduated cylinder?

a)
b)
c)
d)
4.

Which is an image of a hot plate?

a)
b)
c)
d)
5.

Which is an image of a bunsen burner?

a)
b)
c)
d)
6.

Which is an image of a digital balance?

a)
b)
c)
d)
7.

Which is an image of a chemical scoop?

a)
b)
c)
d)
8.

Which is an image of a glass stirring rod?

a)
b)
c)
d)
9.

Which is an image of a thermometer?

a)
b)
c)
d)
10.

Which is an image of a ring stand?

a)
b)
c)
d)
11.

Which is an image of a iron ring?

a)
b)
c)
d)
12.

Which is an image of a wire gauze?

a)
b)
c)
d)
13.

Which is an image of a test tube clamp?

a)
b)
c)
d)
14.

Which is an image of a test tube?

a)
b)
c)
d)
15.

Which is an image of a beaker tongs?

a)
b)
c)
d)
16.

Which is an image of a weigh boat?

a)
b)
c)
d)
17.

What do we use to measure the volume of a liquid?

a)

beaker

b)

test tube

c)

graduated cylinder

d)

erlenmeyer flask

18.

What do we use to measure the mass of an object?

a)

hot plate

b)

digital balance

c)

bunsen burner

d)

ruler

19.

When measuring volume we want to measure to the bottom of what in a graduated cylinder?

a)

glass

b)

the line

c)

the meniscus

d)

the pipette

20.

What is pictured here?

a)

meniscus

b)

beaker

c)

the bottom of a graduated cylinder

d)

that one thing

21.

When you are using a hot plate or bunsen burner you should assume all things are _

(a)  

22.

Select all that apply:

When you are going to use a piece of glassware what should you do?

a)

Check for chips in the rim

b)

Check for cracks in the rim and walls of the piece

c)

Check for cracks in the bottom of the piece

d)

Make sure it won't electrocute you.

23.

Select all that apply:

When you are going to use a hot plate what should you do?

a)

Check top for any cracks.

b)

Check the cord and make sure there are no melted spots, cuts, or exposed wires.

c)

Check for cracks in the bottom of the piece.

d)

Check for damage to the glass bottom.

24.

You should always put _ up when you are going to heat things up.

(a)  

25.

Flammable materials, like alcohol, should never be dispensed or used near

a)

an open door.

b)

an open flame.

c)

another student.

d)

a sink.

26.

Select all that apply:

If a laboratory fire erupts, immediately

a)

notify your instructor.

b)

run for the fire extinguisher.

c)

throw water on the fire.

d)

open the windows.

27.

Approved eye protection devices (such as goggles) are worn in the laboratory

a)

to avoid eye strain.

b)

to improve your vision.

c)

only if you don’t have corrective glasses.

d)

any time chemicals, heat or glassware are used.

28.

If you do not understand a direction or part of a lab procedure, you should

a)

figure it out as you do the lab.

b)

try several methods until something works.

c)

ask the instructor before proceeding.

d)

skip it and go on to the next part.

29.

After completing an experiment, all chemical wastes should be

a)

left at your lab station for the next class.

b)

disposed of according to your instructor’s directions.

c)

dumped in the sink.

d)

taken home.

30.

If a lab experiment is not completed, you should

a)

discuss the issue with your instructor.

b)

sneak in after school and work alone.

c)

come in during lunch and finish while eating lunch.

d)

make up some results.

31.

You are heating a substance in a test tube. Always point the open end of the tube

a)

toward yourself.

b)

toward your lab partner.

c)

toward another classmate.

d)

away from all people.

32.

You are heating a piece of glass and now want to pick it up. You should

a)

use a rag or paper towels.

b)

pick up the end that looks cooler.

c)

use tongs.

d)

pour cold water on it.

33.

You have been injured in the laboratory (cut, burn, etc.). First, you should

a)

visit the school nurse after class.

b)

see a doctor after school.

c)

tell the science instructor at once.

d)

apply first aid yourself.

34.

When gathering glassware and equipment for an experiment, you should

a)

read all directions carefully to know what equipment is necessary.

b)

examine all glassware to check for chips or cracks.

c)

clean any glassware that appears dirty.

d)

All of the above.

35.

Personal eyeglasses provide as much protection as

a)

a face shield.

b)

safety glasses.

c)

splash proof chemical goggles.

d)

none of the options.

36.

Long hair in the laboratory must be

a)

cut short

b)

held away from the experiment with one hand.

c)

always neatly groomed.

d)

tied back or kept entirely out of the way with a hair band, hairpins, or other confining device.

37.

In a laboratory, the following should not be worn.

a)

loose clothing.

b)

dangling jewelry.

c)

sandals.

d)

all of the above.

38.

The following footwear is best in the laboratory.

a)

sandals

b)

open-toed shoes

c)

closed-toed shoes

d)

shoes appropriate for the weather

39.

Horseplay or practical jokes in the laboratory are

a)

always against the rules.

b)

okay.

c)

not dangerous.

d)

okay if you are working alone.

40.

If a piece of equipment is not working properly, stop, turn it off, and tell

a)

the custodian.

b)

your lab partner.

c)

your best friend in the class.

d)

the science instructor.

41.

If acid is splashed on your skin, wash at once with

a)

soap.

b)

oil.

c)

weak base.

d)

plenty of water.

42.

When you finish working with chemicals, biological specimens, and other lab substances, always

a)

treat your hands with skin lotion.

b)

wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water.

c)

wipe your hands on a towel.

d)

wipe your hands on your clothes.

43.

All chemicals in the lab are to be considered dangerous.

a)

True

b)

False

44.

You should return all unused chemicals to their original containers.

a)

True

b)

False

45.

Your work areas should be kept clean and tidy.

a)

True

b)

False

46.

Laboratory work can be started immediately upon entering the laboratory even if the instructor is not yet present.

a)

True

b)

False

47.

Never remove chemicals or other equipment from the laboratory.

a)

True

b)

False

48.

Chipped or cracked glassware is okay to use.

a)

True

b)

False

49.

Read all procedures thoroughly before entering the laboratory.

a)

True

b)

False

50.

All unauthorized experiments are prohibited.

a)

True

b)

False

51.

You are allowed to enter the chemical preparation/storage area any time you need to get an item.

a)

True

b)

False

52.

It’s okay to pick up broken glass with your bare hands as long as the glass is placed in the trash.

a)

True

b)

False

53.

Never leave a lit burner unattended.

a)

True

b)

False