Question

After spilling a liquid solution on a lab table, Ari grabs a trash can and paper towels. He then begins to soak up the solution and wipe down the table. After throwing away the paper towels, he washes his hands since he was not wearing gloves. What is the most important safety reason why Ari should have waited and asked his teacher for instructions before cleaning up the spill? The liquid solution might have been dangerous to touch with bare hands. The teacher might have had specific towels that should be used for spills. The teacher would probably have offered to clean up the mess. The liquid solution could have caused a smell if left in the trash can.

Answer 1

Answer: The correct statement is the liquid solution might have been dangerous to touch with bare hands.

Explanation:

In the question, it is given that Ari has wiped the spilled liquid with paper towels without putting on the gloves.

While working in a lab, one must follow some safety rules:

• There are chemicals all around the lab, so it should be handled with care that is by wearing gloves.
• If by chance there is spilling on liquid on the shelf, it should be cleaned with the help of paper towels while wearing gloves.
• Any chemical must not be touched with bare hands.

Hence, the correct answer is  the liquid solution might have been dangerous to touch with bare hands.