The Lab Flashcards
1
Q
What are oxidising substances?
A
Substances that provide oxygen which allows other materials to burn more fiercely.
2
Q
What are highly flammable substances?
A
Substances that easily catch fire.
3
Q
What are toxic substances?
A
Substances that can cause death. They may have their effects when swallowed/breathed in/absorbed through the skin.
4
Q
What are harmful substances?
A
Substances that are similar to toxic substances but are less dangerous.
5
Q
What are corrosive substances?
A
Substances that attack and destroy living tissues, including eyes and skin.
6
Q
What are irritant substances?
A
Substances that are not corrosive, but can cause reddening or blistering of the skin.