Equipment and Practice
Should I.....?
Fire, Chemicals, and Goggles, Oh My!!!
Lab Procedures
Random Science Safety
100
If the lab equipment doesn't work t properly what should you do?
Tell the teacher.
100

Should you start an experiment or begin a lab without the teacher in the room?

NO!!!!!!!

100
When heating a test tube, what should you never do?
Look down the nozzle of the test tube or aim the opening at anyone else.
100

What should you do before starting a science lab?

(DOUBLE JEOPARDY)

Read all written directions, listen to any spoken directions, wash your hands, and ask any questions.

100

Your friend injuries themselves during a lab, what should you do?

Tell the teacher!

200

Is it okay to use imperfect glassware in science? (i.e. beakers and test tubes that are chipped or cracked) If not, why?

(DOUBLE JEOPARDY)

No. If glass is chipped or cracked, the structural integrity of the glass has been jeopardized, meaning it could easily crack, break or burst under extreme conditions such as heating by a Bunsen burner.

200

Can you wear Dangling Jewelry, Loose Clothing, and/or sandals in the lab?

NO!!!!!

200
If a teacher was to tell you to smell a chemical, what is the proper technique to smell anything in a science class called?
Wafting - a student waves their hand over a container to pass the air above the container they are holding towards their nose. NEVER SMELL ANYTHING DIRECTLY WITH YOUR NOSE.
200

When is it appropriate to take off you goggles in the science lab?

When the lab is complete over, all the equipment is put away properly, and the teacher says so

200

Without looking, name the locations of the: Fire Extinguisher, Fire Blanket, Eyewash Station/Shower , and Safety Goggles.

(DOUBLE JEOPARDY)

Answers will vary by classroom - at teacher discretion

300

How Should one carry a microscope?

With 2 hands; one on the arm and the other on the base while lose to your heart (against your chest) - where science should always be ;)

300

Should you get into the science cabinets and drawers to get the materials out for a lab anytime?

No, never go into the science drawers and cabinets without the permission of the teacher.

300

In case of a fire, what do you need to focus on? What does the teacher?

(DOUBLE JEOPARDY)

Students: Notify teacher and get out of the building safely.

Teacher: Turn of main valves if needed and follow safety procedures.

300
If one is to handle animals in a science lab, how should this be done?
Animals should only be handled when permission is granted by the teacher and the animals should be handled with respect.
300
If you break glass, what should you do?
Tell the teacher as quickly as possible - NEVER PICK UP BROKEN GLASS YOURSELF
400
When using a Bunsen burner, what safety gear should you wear and use?
Gloves, Goggles, hair should be pulled back, and the item or test tube you are heating should be held with tongs.
400

Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when instructed? 

Yes!

400
What should be brought to a science lab?
The science lab worksheet/packet, a writing utensil, and the proper lab attire.
400
If a student has long hair, they should do what before participating in a science lab?
It should be pulled back into a ponytail.
400

The should be the first and last step of every science lab?

(DOUBLE JEOPARDY)

Wash your hands.

500
True/False: It is okay to leave a Bunsen burner unattended as long as you are coming right back.
False
500

Should you cut Towards or Away from yourself when using sharp equipment such as scissors and scalpels?

Away from yourself, but not towards others either.

500

List 3 times google should be worn during the lab!

(DOUBLE JEOPARDY)

When handling chemicals, open flames, and anytime else instructed.

500
True/False: It is okay to remove chemicals, specimens, and other equipment from the lab.
False
500
If needed, where could I keep a water bottle and food during lab time?

Desks/ "classroom" only and not during lab demonstrations.

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