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Check out the symbols on pages 12 &13 of the Applied Science: GCSE Double Award (Hodder) text book
Keywords
HAZARD - anything that could cause harm.
RISK - the likelihood of harm being done.
Hazard Symbols
There are many differents dangers when handling chemicals. Each chemical has a different hazard. Some may be poisonous, cause burns, catch fire easily or even explode.
To warn us of the hazards chemicals use hazard symbols. These symbols are used all over the world, so no matter what language its in you'll understand the hazard.
Corrosive
A substance that may destroy living tissue on contact.
It causes a burn.Flammable
A substance that can catch fire easily.
Oxidising
This type of substance gives of a large amount of heat when in contact with other substances.
Explosive
A substance that may explode if it comes into contact with a flame or heat. It may also explode due to friction or shock.
HarmfulA substance that may cause harm in some way
IrritantA substance that may cause irritation to the skin, eyes or inside your body.ToxicA substance that is poisonous if swallowed or breathed in. It may even go through your skin!BiohazardThese are living organisms that may cause infection.Environmental HazardThese substances damage or pollute the environment.RadiationThese substances are radioactive. Radiation can damage cells and cause cancer.
What else can I help you with?
What do all the science safety symbols mean?
There are too many safety symbols to address a question like there where it is not possible to display the symbols themselves.
What are lab aprons used for in science?
Protecting yourself when using hazardous chemicals or materials.
Were can you get science lab safety symbols?
The usa is the best place
What is the Meaning of main branches of science?
The main branches of science mean that there are main areas of science. These areas include biology, chemistry, and physics.
What are the different science safety symbols?
Flamable Toxic Acid Goggles
What does HHPS stand for?
HHPS stands for Hazardous Products Symbols. These symbols are used to identify the potential hazards of products for consumers.
How are the Hazardous household products symbols and WHMIS symbols the same and different?
Hazardous household product symbols and WHMIS symbols are similar in that they both use pictograms to represent specific hazards associated with chemicals. However, they are different in their design and specific symbols used. The WHMIS symbols are standardized and regulated for workplace use, while household product symbols may vary depending on the product and manufacturer.
Does WHMIS have 8 symbols where each indicates a type of hazardous material?
true
What is the main hazardous ingredient in Clorox bleach?
what is the most hazardous ingredient in clorox bleaach
What does a WHMIS label tell you?
The Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS) symbols were developed to standardize the labelling of dangerous materials used in all workplaces, including school.Pay attention to any warning symbols on the produsts or materials that you handle .
What are the symbols for the aparatus in the science laboratory?
Retort
How do you spell science in Chinese symbols?
The answer is 科学.
What are the two main branches of science?
the two main branches of science is natural science, and muncar science.
What do all the science safety symbols mean?
There are too many safety symbols to address a question like there where it is not possible to display the symbols themselves.
Is there any other symbols of Zeus?
The main symbols of Zeys were the thunderbolt and the eagle.
How many WHMIS Symbols are there?
As of the latest update, there are 10 WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System) symbols used in Canada to convey information about hazardous materials. These symbols are part of the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals. Each symbol represents specific hazards such as toxicity, flammability, or health risks to ensure safe handling and use of chemicals in the workplace.
What are lab aprons used for in science?
Protecting yourself when using hazardous chemicals or materials.
