Difference between revisions of "Toxic"
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: Some [[chemical]]s are [[toxic]] in very small quantities so even a small amount could kill an [[organism]]. | : Some [[chemical]]s are [[toxic]] in very small quantities so even a small amount could kill an [[organism]]. | ||
: Some '''toxins''' must be ingested to kill the [[organism]]. However, some can kill an [[organism]] if they are [[inhale]]d or if some of the [[chemical]] gets on their [[skin]]. | : Some '''toxins''' must be ingested to kill the [[organism]]. However, some can kill an [[organism]] if they are [[inhale]]d or if some of the [[chemical]] gets on their [[skin]]. | ||
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| + | *[[Safety Goggles]] - To reduce the chance of any getting in the [[eye]]s. | ||
| + | *[[Safety Gloves]] - To reduce the chance of any getting on the [[skin]]. | ||
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: Some [[chemical]]s are [[toxic]] in very small quantities so even a small amount could kill an [[organism]]. | : Some [[chemical]]s are [[toxic]] in very small quantities so even a small amount could kill an [[organism]]. | ||
: Some '''toxins''' must be ingested to kill the [[organism]]. However, some can kill an [[organism]] if they are [[inhale]]d or if some of the [[chemical]] gets on their [[skin]]. | : Some '''toxins''' must be ingested to kill the [[organism]]. However, some can kill an [[organism]] if they are [[inhale]]d or if some of the [[chemical]] gets on their [[skin]]. | ||
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| + | ===Precautions=== | ||
| + | *[[Safety Goggles]] - To reduce the chance of any getting in the [[eye]]s. | ||
| + | *[[Safety Gloves]] - To reduce the chance of any getting on the [[skin]]. | ||
Revision as of 09:39, 31 March 2019
Contents
Key Stage 3
Meaning
A toxic substance is one that is so poisonous it could kill a human.
About Toxic Chemicals
- Some chemicals are toxic in very small quantities so even a small amount could kill an organism.
- Some toxins must be ingested to kill the organism. However, some can kill an organism if they are inhaled or if some of the chemical gets on their skin.
Precautions
- Safety Goggles - To reduce the chance of any getting in the eyes.
- Safety Gloves - To reduce the chance of any getting on the skin.
Key Stage 4
Meaning
A toxic substance is one that is so poisonous it could kill a human.
About Toxic Chemicals
- Some chemicals are toxic in very small quantities so even a small amount could kill an organism.
- Some toxins must be ingested to kill the organism. However, some can kill an organism if they are inhaled or if some of the chemical gets on their skin.
Precautions
- Safety Goggles - To reduce the chance of any getting in the eyes.
- Safety Gloves - To reduce the chance of any getting on the skin.