Question

dress the part in the laboratory
a scientist works in a ________. laboratories are where scientists run
tests of their ________ and make most of their observations,
measurements and discoveries. your idea of a laboratory is probably a large room
equipped with bunsen burners, sinks, glassware, balances and chemicals and occupied by
people in white coats and safety glasses. this is the type of laboratory that chemists tend to
work in and the type of laboratory that you will eventually work in at school.
there are several pieces of clothing that have been developed specifically for use in the
science laboratory. these pieces of clothing are referred to as ________
________ (ppe)
you have probably already used protective goggles, a lab apron, and protective gloves
while working in the classroom science lab. in this activity you will identify different pieces
of protective equipment, and think of situations in which you should use them.
directions: below are three pictures of protective equipment for the science lab. first,
write the name of each item, then write a scenario in which you would need that protection.
images: lab goggles, gloves, apron, safety shoes (with blank lines for name and when to wear)

Explanation:

Answer:

1. A scientist works in a laboratory. Laboratories are where scientists run experiments instead of their opinions and make most of their observations, measurements and discoveries.
2. These pieces of clothing are referred to as Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
3. First image (goggles):

Name: Safety Goggles
When to Wear: When working with chemicals (e.g., pouring acids), using open flames, or handling materials that could splash into eyes.

1. Second image (gloves):

Name: Protective Gloves (e.g., Rubber Gloves)
When to Wear: When handling corrosive chemicals, hot objects, or biological samples (to prevent burns, chemical exposure, or contamination).

1. Third image (apron):

Name: Lab Apron
When to Wear: When performing experiments that involve spills (e.g., mixing chemicals, using liquids) to protect clothing from stains, burns, or chemical damage.

1. Fourth image (shoes):

Name: Closed - Toe, Protective Lab Shoes (or Safety Shoes)
When to Wear: When there is a risk of falling objects (e.g., glassware, heavy equipment) or chemical spills on the floor, to protect feet from injury or chemical exposure.