Environmental Chemistry Section 3.3 & 3.4 Flashcards
1
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Define Biomagnification
A
The increase in concentation of a chemical as it moves up in the food chain
2
Q
How many Liters of hazardous materials are in are houses
A
12 to 40L
3
Q
What does WHMIS stand for
A
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
4
Q
4 things about were to store Hazardous materials
A
- Keep labels
- Keep away from children and pet
- Keep in Ventalated areas
- Place so they cannot Fall over or Spill
5
Q
How to Transport Hazardousu materials
A
Protect people from Spills and Fumes
6
Q
How to Dispose of Hazardous materials
A
- Bring to waste Disposal Site
- DO NOT POUR DOWN DRAIN
They might damage the septic tank
They will get into the water supply