Microbiology Lab Safety Questions and Answers Already Passed
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Microbiology Lab Safety
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Microbiology Lab Safety
Microbiology Lab Safety Questions and
Answers Already Passed
What is the primary reason for wearing a lab coat in the microbiology lab?
To protect your clothing and skin from contamination and spills.
Why should long hair be tied back in the microbiology lab?
To prevent it from coming ...
Microbiology Lab Safety Questions and
Answers Already Passed
What is the primary reason for wearing a lab coat in the microbiology lab?
✔✔ To protect your clothing and skin from contamination and spills.
Why should long hair be tied back in the microbiology lab?
✔✔ To prevent it from coming into contact with flames, chemicals, or cultures.
What is the purpose of disinfecting your lab bench before and after experiments?
✔✔ To reduce the risk of contamination by eliminating potential pathogens.
Why is eating or drinking not allowed in the microbiology lab?
✔✔ To avoid accidental ingestion of harmful microorganisms or chemicals.
What should you do immediately if you spill a bacterial culture?
✔✔ Notify your instructor, disinfect the area, and follow proper cleanup procedures.
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, Why is it important to label all test tubes and petri dishes clearly?
✔✔ To ensure proper identification of samples and avoid mix-ups.
What is the purpose of using a Bunsen burner in aseptic techniques?
✔✔ To create a sterile environment by generating an updraft that reduces airborne
contamination.
Why should gloves be worn when handling biological samples?
✔✔ To protect your hands from potential exposure to harmful microorganisms.
What should you do with used gloves after a lab session?
✔✔ Dispose of them in the designated biohazard waste container.
Why is it important to wash your hands before and after handling microbes?
✔✔ To prevent the spread of microorganisms to yourself and others.
What should you do if you accidentally cut yourself in the lab?
✔✔ Inform your instructor, clean the wound immediately, and cover it with a sterile bandage.
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