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10. Using resources
10.3 Using materials
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What is the purpose of using materials in chemistry experiments?
Measure, contain, observe, facilitate
Test tubes, flasks, and
crucibles
are used to safely contain and handle chemical reactions.
True
Selecting the appropriate materials is crucial to ensure the experiment is conducted safely and
accurately
Pipettes, burettes, and
balances
are examples of measuring devices used in chemistry experiments.
True
What are the four main purposes of using materials in chemistry experiments?
Measure, contain, observe, facilitate
Common materials used in chemistry experiments include glassware, measuring devices, heating/cooling tools, and safety
equipment
Beakers, test tubes, flasks, and
crucibles
are examples of glassware used to contain and observe chemical reactions.
True
Materials like beakers, pipettes, and balances are used to accurately
measure
Why are transparent materials like glass used in chemistry experiments?
Observe physical properties
What type of materials are beakers, test tubes, flasks, and crucibles?
Glassware
Match the material type with its purpose:
Glassware ↔️ Contain and observe reactions
Measuring Devices ↔️ Measure quantities of substances
Heating/Cooling ↔️ Facilitate temperature changes
Safety Equipment ↔️ Protect experimenters from hazards
Choosing appropriate materials ensures safety, accuracy, and the desired observations during
experiments
.
True
What is the primary purpose of glassware in chemistry experiments?
Contain and observe
Why is chemical compatibility important when selecting materials?
Prevent reactions or degradation
What is the purpose of using a beaker in chemistry experiments?
Mixing reactants
Which materials are commonly used to contain and observe chemical reactions?
Glassware
Bunsen burners, hot plates, and ice baths are used to facilitate heating or cooling of reactions in
chemistry experiments
.
True
Heating devices like Bunsen burners are used to facilitate
heating
reactions.
True
Safety equipment like goggles and gloves are used to protect experimenters from potential
hazards
.
Chemical compatibility ensures the material does not react or
degrade
in the presence of chemicals.
Dropping lab materials is acceptable as long as they are immediately cleaned up.
False
Hazardous waste should be disposed of according to proper protocols to prevent
environmental
contamination.
True
Careful handling, storage, and selection of materials helps maintain a safe and productive lab
environment
.
Chemical compatibility ensures that the material does not react or degrade in the presence of
chemicals
Pipettes are used to dispense
accurate
volumes of liquids in chemistry experiments.
True
Measuring devices like pipettes and burettes are used to measure quantities of
substances
Glassware such as beakers and test tubes are used to contain and
observe
chemical reactions.
Match the material type with its example:
Glassware ↔️ Flasks
Heating/Cooling ↔️ Ice baths
Safety Equipment ↔️ Fume hoods
Stirring/Mixing ↔️ Magnetic stirrers
The choice of appropriate materials is crucial for conducting experiments safely and accurately.
True
Match the factor with its example:
Chemical compatibility ↔️ Glass beakers for acids
Temperature resistance ↔️ Pyrex glassware for heating
Accuracy ↔️ Calibrated pipettes for volume
Safety ↔️ Safety goggles and gloves
Containers in the lab must be clearly labeled with the contents, concentration, and hazard
information
.
Match the factor with its importance:
Chemical compatibility ↔️ Avoid degradation by chemicals
Temperature resistance ↔️ Withstand experimental temperatures
Safety ↔️ Protect from spills and fumes
Accuracy ↔️ Obtain reliable data
Using a calibrated pipette to measure the
volume
of an acid solution ensures precision in the experiment.
True