SCIENCE SAFETY MILLIONAIRE! Let’s Play…

1. When a small fire occurs, this should always be used to put out the flames. a. Throw water on the fire b. Leave the room immediately c. Fire extinguisher d. Your friend’s sweater

2. Broken glassware can be dangerous in the lab. Where should you place broken glassware? a. Garbage Can b. Broken glass container c. Down the sink d. Hide it in your bag… you don’t want your teacher to find out

3. What should you always wear when conducting an experiment? a. A white jacket b. Safety goggles c. Gloves d. Your old clothes just in case they get dirty

4. If a chemical comes in contact with your skin, you should: a. Ignore it – it’s not important b. Dry it off with a paper towel c. Rinse it off with large amounts of water d. Use your tongue to wash off the chemical

5. At the end of an experiment, you are responsible for: a. Cleaning your station b. Wiping down your bench and sink area c. Returning all materials to the required location d. All of the above

6. This symbol tells you that the substance is: a. Do not touch b. poisonous c. flammable d. Used to roast marshmallows

7. This symbol tells you that the substance is: a. Mildly explosive b. Highly explosive c. Mildly corrosive d. Highly corrosive

8. What is the most important Safety Rule to remember? a. Don’t touch anything b. Always do your homework c. Always ask your teacher d. They are all important

9. If your clothes catch on fire, what is the first thing YOU should do… a. Scream for help b. Grab the fire extinguisher c. Call d. Cover the flame (stop-drop-roll)

10. You should never smell a chemical. You should…. a. Use the wafting method b. Taste the chemical c. Get your friend to smell it for you d. There is no alternate method

The Wafting Method

Answers: 1. C 2. B 3. B 4. C 5. D 6. C 7. A 8. C 9. D 10. A

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