Chem Ii: Lab Safety Quiz

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1. What is a boiling flask used for?

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A boiling flask is specifically designed to withstand heat and contain liquids during heating experiments in a laboratory setting. It is not used for storing dry ingredients, measuring gas volume, or weighing solid substances accurately.

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2. What is a 3 neck boiling flask used for?

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A 3 neck boiling flask is specifically designed for conducting chemical reactions that require simultaneous heating of multiple substances at different temperatures. The multiple necks allow for various substances to be added or removed during the reaction process.

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3. What is typically used to hold and measure liquids in a laboratory setting?

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A beaker is a common laboratory glassware used for holding and measuring liquids, while Bunsen burner is used for heating, pipette is used for transferring small amounts of liquid, and test tube is used for mixing and heating small amounts of substances.

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4. What is a burner?

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A burner is commonly used in scenarios where individuals require temporary phone communication without revealing their identity or primary phone number.

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5. What is a claisen head?

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The correct answer to the question 'What is a claisen head?' is a component in chemistry used for distillation.

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6. What is the behavior of a clamp?

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A clamp is a device used to hold or secure objects tightly together to prevent movement or separation.

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7. What does a condenser do?

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A condenser is a device that is used to cool and condense a gas into a liquid state by reducing its temperature.

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8. What is a distillation head used for in laboratory settings?

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A distillation head is specifically designed to facilitate the distillation process by allowing the separation of components in a liquid mixture based on their boiling points.

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9. What is the purpose of a drying tube?

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A drying tube is commonly used in chemistry to remove moisture or other impurities from a gas stream before it enters a reaction or analysis system. This helps ensure accurate results and prevent unwanted side reactions.

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10. What is the name of the conical flask commonly used in laboratories for swirling liquids?

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An Erlenmeyer flask is a type of laboratory flask which has a conical base. Florence flask is round-bottomed, beaker has a cylindrical shape, and burette is used for dispensing specific amounts of liquids.

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11. What is a filter flask used for?

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A filter flask is specifically designed for vacuum filtration in a laboratory setting. It allows for the separation of a solid precipitate from a liquid by drawing the liquid through a filter paper using a vacuum source attached to the sidearm. This process is commonly used in chemistry and biology research.

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12. What is a fractionating column?

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A fractionating column is a key component in the process of separating different components in a mixture based on their boiling points. This is achieved through repeated vaporization and condensation inside the column, allowing for the separation of components with different boiling points.

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13. What is the purpose of a funnel?

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A funnel is typically used to channel substances or liquids into a narrow opening, allowing for easier transfer without spillage.

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14. What is another term for a glass stopper?

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A glass stopper is a type of stopper made from glass that is used to seal the opening of a container. Unlike cork, plastic, or rubber stoppers, glass stoppers are often used in laboratories to prevent contamination and for better visibility of the contents inside the container.

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15. What is the main purpose of a graduated cylinder?

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A graduated cylinder is specifically designed for measuring the volume of liquids due to its precise graduations along the side.

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16. What is a hirsch funnel?

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A hirsch funnel is specifically designed for separating solids from liquids by using filter paper to trap the solids while allowing the liquids to pass through.

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17. What is a hollow stopper?

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A hollow stopper refers to a stopper that has a cavity or empty space inside, as opposed to being solid, transparent, or having a hole in it.

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18. What is a melting point tube used for?

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A melting point tube is specifically designed to accurately determine the melting point of a substance through observation and analysis.

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19. What is a rubber stopper used for?

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A rubber stopper is a common laboratory item used to seal test tubes or flasks. It helps prevent the contents from spilling or evaporating.

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20. What is the purpose of a separatory funnel?

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A separatory funnel is specifically designed to separate immiscible liquids by taking advantage of their differing densities. By allowing the liquids to settle and then carefully draining off the layers, the liquids can be effectively separated.

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21. What is a tool used to hold test tubes securely?

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A test tube holder is specifically designed to securely hold test tubes during experiments, while the incorrect answers are used for other laboratory purposes.

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22. What is a vacuum adaptor used for?

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A vacuum adaptor is specifically designed to connect vacuum hoses of different sizes together to ensure a secure fit and efficient operation.

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23. What is another term for the wing top?

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The correct answer refers to the top part of a wing in an airplane, which is commonly known as the 'roof' of the wing.

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24. Why are boiling flasks rounded?

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Boiling flasks are rounded to allow for even distribution of heat, ensuring that the liquid inside heats uniformly.

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25. What is an aspirator?

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An aspirator is a device that creates a vacuum by taking in air, commonly found attached to a faucet for various purposes.

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26. What does the 'tare' button on an electronic balance do?

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The 'tare' button on an electronic balance is used to reset the balance to zero after placing a container or item on it, ensuring that only the weight of the contents is measured.

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27. What does denatured mean?

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Denatured typically refers to a substance that has been rendered toxic or harmful in some way, often by adding chemicals or altering its composition.

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28. What chemical is responsible for causing a hangover?

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When you consume alcohol, it is metabolized by the liver into acetaldehyde, which is a toxic compound contributing to hangover symptoms. Ethanol is the type of alcohol found in beverages, while methanol and formaldehyde are other types of alcohols that can have harmful effects on the body.

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29. Methanol is converted to what in the liver?

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Methanol is converted to formaldehyde in the liver through the process of oxidation.

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What is a boiling flask used for?
What is a 3 neck boiling flask used for?
What is typically used to hold and measure liquids in a laboratory...
What is a burner?
What is a claisen head?
What is the behavior of a clamp?
What does a condenser do?
What is a distillation head used for in laboratory settings?
What is the purpose of a drying tube?
What is the name of the conical flask commonly used in laboratories...
What is a filter flask used for?
What is a fractionating column?
What is the purpose of a funnel?
What is another term for a glass stopper?
What is the main purpose of a graduated cylinder?
What is a hirsch funnel?
What is a hollow stopper?
What is a melting point tube used for?
What is a rubber stopper used for?
What is the purpose of a separatory funnel?
What is a tool used to hold test tubes securely?
What is a vacuum adaptor used for?
What is another term for the wing top?
Why are boiling flasks rounded?
What is an aspirator?
What does the 'tare' button on an electronic balance do?
What does denatured mean?
What chemical is responsible for causing a hangover?
Methanol is converted to what in the liver?
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