Dissection Safety

Which of the following should you NOT wear to class on dissection day?

• closed-toe shoes

• long hair up in a ponytail

• tight sleeves or short sleeves

• dangling jewelry

What is one of the risks in wearing contact lenses while dissecting a preserved specimen?

• contacts can hold chemicals which can increase damage if something splashes in your eye

• you can see the specimen too well

What equipment will you NOT have to wear the ENTIRE TIME while dissecting?

• gloves

• aprons

• goggles

• hard hat

How should a student scientist cut a specimen?

• toward his/her holding hand and others

• away from his/her holding hand and others

What should be the immediate action if a chemical spill occurs during a dissection?

• Ignore it until the dissection is complete

• Clean it up with paper towels

• Notify the teacher and follow the spill protocol

• Leave the room immediately

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

In the event of a chemical spill during a dissection, what is the first action you should take?

• Try to clean it up yourself

• Notify the teacher immediately

• Open the windows to ventilate the area

• Move to another table and continue working

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Elijah, Zoe, and Arjun are preparing for a biology lab dissection. Identify the equipment that is NOT typically required for a safe dissection.

• Lab coat

• Safety goggles

• Latex gloves

• Hearing protection

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What should you do if you accidentally cut yourself during the dissection?

• Continue the dissection

• Wash the wound with water only

• Notify the instructor and treat the wound

• Apply a bandage yourself

In the context of dissection, why should students practice using safety equipment during non-emergency times?

• To waste supplies

• To become familiar and react appropriately during actual emergencies

• Because it is fun

• To keep the equipment from expiring

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Why is it crucial to have a clear understanding of the location and operation of all safety equipment in the lab before beginning any dissection?

• To pass the time

• To comply with lab rules

• To ensure safety and preparedness in case of an accident

• To use the equipment more frequently

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking