Chemistry And Chemical Safety Flashcards
Which of the following is TRUE today of the disposal of many of the chemicals used in salons, spas, and barbershops?
Most states and counties do not have regulations in place
Guidelines for properly storing chemicals include all EXCEPT which of the following?
Never dispose of chemicals in their original containers
A ______ is capable of igniting and burning.
Combustible
What is a solute?
a substance that is dissolved in a solution
Why is Maggie MOST LIKELY confident she’ll be made aware of any hazards associated with the products she works with and sells in her businesses?
Because the products are registered with the EPA
Linda’s manager told her to use caution when unloading the supply truck on Tuesday mornings. “Make sure to pay attention to certain products and chemicals that are incompatible,” he said. What should Linda make sure she does with these types of products?
Store them away from each other
Which of the following is TRUE of creams, lotions, masks, and makeup?
They contain chemicals whether they come from natural sources or from ingredients manufactured in a laboratory
Which of the following is TRUE of solutions?
They are stable mixtures
Gina is considered a bit of a “know-it-all” at work. For example, she is always telling Grace, her coworker, “My goodness, Grace, you’d better be using the first surfactant regularly.” Which of the following is Gina most likely trying to say to Grace, in her own strange way?
“Wash your hands.”
Which of the following BEST describes a carcinogen?
A substance that causes cancer
What accompanies the rapid oxidation of a substance during combustion?
the production of heat and light
What did the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) replace?
The Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
Which of the following were the first surfactants?
Soaps
If you were to leave the freezer open all night, all of the ice will melt. This is a result of ______.
An endothermic reaction
Harriet’s client Rafael has requested that Harriet use a solution that is neutral to his skin. Which of the following should Harriet be using on Rafael’s skin?
A pH of 5
