Safety Tips for Acid-Base Experiments

1. Wear the Right Safety Gear:

   • Always put on safety goggles to protect your eyes. They're really good at keeping splashes away!
   • Don’t forget to wear a lab coat. It helps keep your skin safe from chemicals.

2. How to Handle Chemicals Carefully:

   • When mixing, always pour acid into water, not the other way around. This keeps things from getting too hot and dangerous.
   • If you’re working with strong acids, use a fume hood. It helps keep any harmful fumes away from you.

3. Keeping Equipment Safe:

   • Check that all glass containers are in good shape. Broken glass can make things 70% more dangerous.
   • Make sure all chemical bottles are clearly labeled. This helps avoid mixing things up by accident.

4. Be Ready for Emergencies:

   • Know where the eyewash stations are. You should be able to get to one in under 30 seconds if needed.
   • Keep some sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) on hand in case of spills. It helps neutralize acids.