Chapter 1 Quiz

What is the purpose of an eyewash station?

• To measure the volume of liquids

• To flush the eyes and face with water when splashed with chemicals

• To extinguish small fires

• To grind solid chemicals into powder

Which device is used to smother small fires or wrap around a person if their clothing catches fire?

• Fume hood

• Fire blanket

• Safety shower

• Fire extinguisher

What is the function of a fume hood?

• To transfer small amounts of liquid

• To trap vapors and limit exposure to toxic chemicals

• To measure temperature

• To hold small amounts of chemicals for reactions

What is the purpose of Safety Data Sheets (SDSs)?

• To heat solutions with an open flame

• To measure mass with precision

• To list critical information about chemicals, including stability and health risks

• To rinse off harmful chemicals from the skin

What is the primary use of a Bunsen burner?

• To measure volume

• To heat things using an open flame

• To dispense precise amounts of liquid

• To separate liquids from solids through evaporation

Which instrument is used to measure mass with greater precision?

• Electronic balance

• Graduated cylinder

• Thermometer

• Triple beam balance

What is the function of a graduated cylinder?

• To measure volume

• To create a spark to light a Bunsen burner

• To heat solids to high temperatures

• To hold and heat solutions

What is the purpose of a safety shower?

• To rinse off and decontaminate individuals exposed to harmful chemicals

• To measure temperature

• To grind solid chemicals into smaller pieces

• To transfer small amounts of liquid

What is the function of a pipette?

• To hold clamps during an experiment

• To transfer small amounts of liquid

• To scoop solid chemicals out of a container

• To mix chemicals

What is the purpose of a crucible?

• To heat solids to very high temperatures

• To hold small amounts of chemicals for reactions

• To measure mass

• To measure volume