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ERIC Number: EJ607132
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2000
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Common Covert Chemical and Physical Hazards in School Science Laboratories. Part 2.
Roy, Ken
Science Education International, v11 n1 p22-23 Mar 2000
Explains that mercury is a dangerous substance to use in school science laboratories and gives several examples of mercury poisoning. Lists some precautions that should be taken in case of mercury spillage in the lab. Advocates using non-mercury laboratory equipment and limiting student access to mercury to prevent dangerous situations. (YDS)
Descriptors: Chemistry, Elementary Secondary Education, Hazardous Materials, Laboratory Safety, Middle Schools, Poisoning, Science Laboratories
Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Mercury (Metal)