Challenge Yourself: Attempt The Following Question Within The Time Allocated
Challenge Yourself: Attempt The Following Question Within The Time Allocated
Challenge Yourself: Attempt The Following Question Within The Time Allocated
Isaac had a science practical lesson after recess. He was late for the lesson and missed
his teacher’s explanation on how to handle corrosive chemicals. However, he went
ahead and carried out the experiment. While doing the experiment, he spilled some
chemical on the table and on his clothes, but ignored it. After the lesson ended, Isaac
poured the chemical into the sink. The apparatus were left in the sink when he left.
a) What mistakes did Isaac make during the science practical lesson?
1. When the chemical spilled on the table and on his clothes, Isaac ignored it.
2. Isaac should not have poured the chemical into the sink without washing it away with water.
asked his teacher if there was a need to dilute the spill before wiping it off. He should also ask his
teacher if he should immediately change his clothes and wash them with plenty of water. He should,
at the first place, wear a lab coat. After the lesson, Isaac should pour the chemical into the sink and
wash the test tube. He should then dry the apparatus and place them back into their storage place.