Ben will be conducting an experiment in which he reacts metals with different concentrations of acid in test tubes. What should Ben wear to best protect himself during the experiment?

Reacting metals with acid can cause splashes, so Ben should protect his eyes with goggles and his skin and clothing with chemical-resistant gloves and a lab coat. Close-toed shoes also protect his feet from spills. Heat-proof gloves are not the main hazard protection needed here, so the best choice is goggles, a lab coat, chemical gloves, and close-toed shoes.

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