8th Grade: Laboratory Safety Symbols

Choose the correct safety symbol: Wear safety goggles to protect your eyes in any activity involving chemicals, flames or heating, or glassware.

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Choose the correct safety symbol: Wear a laboratory apron to protect your skin and clothing from damage.

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Choose the correct safety symbol: Handle breakable materials, such as glassware, with care. Do not touch broken glassware.

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Choose the correct safety symbol: Wear disposable plastic gloves when working with harmful chemicals and organisms. Keep your hands away from your face, and dispose of the gloves according to your teacher's instructions.

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Choose the correct safety symbol: Use a clamp or tongs to pick up hot glassware. Do not touch hot objects with your bare hands.

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Choose the correct safety symbol: Before you work with flames, tie back loose hair and clothing. Follow instructions from your teacher about lighting and extinguishing flames.

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Choose the correct safety symbol: When using flammable materials, make sure there are no flames, sparks, or other exposed heat sources present.

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Choose the correct safety symbol: Avoid getting acid or other corrosive chemicals on your skin or clothing or in your eyes. Do not inhale the vapors. Wash your hand after the activity.

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