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Laboratory Safety — Quiz

Question 8 • Biology

Which safe practice is part of using aseptic technique?

Answer
A
folding and tying up the electric cord of a microscope before carrying it
B
using a safety shower to wash chemicals off skin and clothing
C
using tongs and a hot mitt to remove a beaker of hot water from a hot plate
D
wearing protective gloves when transferring bacteria and fungi to slides

Explanation

Aseptic technique uses practices that prevent contamination by microorganisms and help keep cultures safely contained. Wearing protective gloves while transferring bacteria and fungi to slides is part of handling microorganisms safely. The other choices describe general electrical or chemical safety, or protection from hot equipment.

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