JSS 1 Intermediate Science Flashcards: Basic Science Laboratory and Technology Workshop Equipment

Question 1

What is the main purpose of a science laboratory?

Accepted Answer

to carry out scientific investigations safely

Question 2

What is the main purpose of a technology workshop?

Accepted Answer

to practise designing, making, and repairing safely

Question 3

Which apparatus is used to measure liquid volume: measuring cylinder, beaker, test-tube holder, or tripod stand?

Accepted Answer

measuring cylinder

Question 4

A beaker is mainly used to ____.

Accepted Answer

hold, mix, or heat liquids

Question 5

A test tube is suitable for ____.

Accepted Answer

holding small quantities during reactions

Question 6

Which instrument measures mass in the laboratory: balance, thermometer, metre rule, or stopwatch?

Accepted Answer

balance

Question 7

A thermometer is used to measure ____.

Accepted Answer

temperature

Question 8

Which instrument measures time during an experiment: stopwatch, balance, measuring cylinder, or spatula?

Accepted Answer

stopwatch

Question 9

A tripod stand supports apparatus during ____.

Accepted Answer

heating

Question 10

What is the function of a test-tube holder?

Accepted Answer

to grip a test tube safely, especially when heating

Question 11

Safety goggles protect the ____.

Accepted Answer

eyes

Question 12

A laboratory coat mainly protects the ____.

Accepted Answer

skin and clothing

Question 13

Before using unfamiliar equipment, a student should ____.

Accepted Answer

obtain instructions from the teacher

Question 14

Why must reagent bottles be labelled clearly?

Accepted Answer

to identify their contents and hazards

Question 15

The correct way to smell a laboratory gas is to ____.

Accepted Answer

waft a small amount towards the nose

Question 16

Which action is forbidden in a laboratory: eating food, wearing goggles, reading labels, or reporting spills?

Accepted Answer

eating food

Question 17

Broken glass should be disposed of in ____.

Accepted Answer

a designated sharps or broken-glass container

Question 18

The main reason for keeping aisles clear in a workshop is to ____.

Accepted Answer

prevent trips and allow safe movement

Question 19

After using equipment, the correct procedure is to ____.

Accepted Answer

clean it and return it to its proper place

Question 20

Which is NOT a safe laboratory rule: report accidents, follow instructions, tie back long hair, or run between benches?

Accepted Answer

run between benches

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