wayground logo

Free Printable Worksheets

Font size

S
M
L
XL
Worksheets

Chemicals in Makeup/Cosmetics

Total questions: 6

Worksheet time: 2mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Why is Talcum Powder commonly used?

a)

- used as a fragrance

- does not absorb moisture well

- good solvent for dyes

b)

- keeps skin dry

- waterproofs certain products

- prevents rashes

c)

 - absorbs moisture well

- keeps skin dry

- prevents rashes

d)

- good solvent for dyes

- prevents rashes

- used as a fragrance

2.

What two parts of your body does Lead Acetate affect?

(a)  

3.

What is the chemical name of Phthalates?

a)

C8H4O4-2

b)

Pb(C2H3O2)2

c)

Mg3Si4O10(OH)2

d)

CH2O

4.

What does Lead Acetate react with? (Hint: Two correct answers)

a)

Hydrogen sulfide

b)

Silver nitrate

c)

Barium nitrate

d)

Potassium chromate

5.

Choose the right physical property for Dibutyl Phthalate.

a)

Boiling point of 350 degrees Celsius

b)

Strong yellow oily liquid

c)

Melting point of -35 degrees Celsius

d)

Reacts with strong oxidizing acids

6.

What is Talc made up of?

a)

Magnesium, hydrogen and oxygen

b)

Magnesium, silicon and oxygen

c)

Hydrogen, silicon and oxygen

d)

Magnesium, nitrogen and oxygen