Laboratory Techniques in Organic Chemistry
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
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Chapter 1, Problem 1Q
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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

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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.

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