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CORROSIVE HAZARDS IN INTRODUCTORY CHEMISTRY LABORATORIES

Preview The hazards of corrosive chemicals most likely encountered in the first year of chemistry are discussed. [Pg.223]

Four 2.5-L bottles of sulfuric acid were being carried down the hall by two students. As one student turned to the other, the bottles banged together and broke. Both students fell on the slippery acid, and another bottle broke. Another person came to help and also slipped and fell. All three suffered serious bums from the sulfuric acid [Pg.223]

What lessons can be learned from this incident  [Pg.223]

Corrosives Destroy Things - Especially Your Skin  [Pg.223]

Most common corrosives, such as strong acids in solution and strong bases as solids or solutions, can cause severe burns and damage to skin or eyes upon contact. When using corrosives, minimizing exposure is obviously very important. By using proper precautions, however, you can safely use corrosives in your [Pg.223]

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