5 Questions
What are the main routes of entry for chemicals into the human body?
Inhalation, absorption through skin, ingestion
Which chemicals can cause destructive burns on the tissue by chemical action at the site of contact?
Sulfuric acid, nitric acid, potassium hydroxide
Which chemicals decompose readily under certain conditions to yield oxygen?
Hydrogen peroxide, nitric acid, perchloric acid
Which type of substances readily catch fire and burn in air?
Flammable substances
Where can corrosive effect occur in case of inhalation or ingestion of corrosive substances?
Respiratory tract for inhalation and gastrointestinal tract for ingestion
Test your knowledge of chemical safety precautions and potential hazards in handling chemicals in research laboratories. Learn about the routes of entry of chemicals into the human body and how to prevent exposure.
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