Laboratory Techniques in Organic Chemistry
4th Edition
ISBN: 9781464134227
Author: Jerry R. Mohrig, David Alberg, Gretchen Hofmeister, Paul F. Schatz, Christina Noring Hammond
Publisher: W. H. Freeman
expand_more
expand_more
format_list_bulleted
Question
Chapter 1, Problem 1Q
Interpretation Introduction
Interpretation:
The five safety features that are found in the laboratory should be determined.
Concept introduction:
Lab safety is of paramount importance. Lab equipment and chemicals like acids that are handled improperly can cause serve injuries and even death and therefore, for emergency or the accidentally time certain some safety equipment should be present in the laboratory
Expert Solution & Answer
Explanation of Solution
The five safety features of the laboratory are as follows:
- Fire extinguisher: A portable device which discharges a jet of foam, water, gas, or other material to extinguish a fire.
- First aid kit: A bag or case that contains basic medical supplies is designed to be used when someone is injured.
- Chemical fume hoods: A chemical and fire-resistant enclose with a movable window at the front allows the user access to the interior that is a safe zone.
- Fire blankets: Fire blanketsare used to smoother a fire that involves someone's clothes.
- Safety showers: It dumps a huge amount of water in a short period of time and a very effective method in case when a person's clothes are ablaze.
Want to see more full solutions like this?
Subscribe now to access step-by-step solutions to millions of textbook problems written by subject matter experts!
Students have asked these similar questions
Define Laboratory testing
What is the importance of Laboratory Safety?
Answer the following pre lab questions. The safety precautions and procedures are in the photos that I sent.
Chapter 1 Solutions
Laboratory Techniques in Organic Chemistry
Knowledge Booster
Similar questions
- Explain the importance of knowing laboratory safety rules, guidelines, and waste management.arrow_forwardExplain the importance of knowing laboratory safety rules, guidelines, and wastearrow_forwardgive a detailed information about click chemistry? who discovered it ? what is its significance?arrow_forward
- which is NOT appropriate for lab and why not? chemical resistant goggles, eyeglasses, or safety glassesarrow_forwardWhat should be worn in a laboratory at all times to decrease the likelihood of eye injury?What should be done if a chemical gets in the eye?arrow_forwardHow can you establish and promote a strong, enthusiastic, vibrant safety culture in the laboratory?arrow_forward
arrow_back_ios
SEE MORE QUESTIONS
arrow_forward_ios
Recommended textbooks for you
- Living By Chemistry: First Edition TextbookChemistryISBN:9781559539418Author:Angelica StacyPublisher:MAC HIGHER
Living By Chemistry: First Edition Textbook
Chemistry
ISBN:9781559539418
Author:Angelica Stacy
Publisher:MAC HIGHER