Acids And Alkalis Flashcards
1
Q
what can acids and alkalies be
A
irritant or corrosive
2
Q
what will the hazard depend on
A
the type of acid and whether its concentrated or dilute
3
Q
where are risk assesments used
A
In factories and in the laboratory at school
4
Q
what does a risk assessment allow us to do
A
allows us to consider the level the risk and take action to reduce the chance of harm
5
Q
what are some common acids
A
vinegar and lemon juice
6
Q
what are some stronger acids
A
sulphuric acid and nitrate acid
7
Q
what does corrosive mean
A
it means that they will attack your skin and seriously harm you
8
Q
what are some common weak alkalies
A
soap and toothpaste
9
Q
what is sulphuric acid used for
A
to make paints dies and fertalisers
