Which of the following should you be sure to do when mixing chemicals?

Use a measuring device, such as a measuring cup or spoon.

_________ for the disposal of many of the chemicals used in salons or spas.

Most states and counties do not have regulations in place

A solvent is any _________.

substance that dissolves a solute and makes a solution

Hydrogen peroxide should never be mixed with bleach because _________.

it creates a potentially deadly gas

When salt is dissolved into water, _________.

salt is the solute and water is the solvent

During combustion of a substance, _________ accompanies the rapid oxidation.

the production of heat and light

What is the overexposure principle used to describe?

How overexposure determines toxicity

Why would it be so important that you insist that for every chemical used there is an SDS available?

Because it is a requirement of OSHA

The Safety Data Sheet (SDS) replaced the _________.

Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

A solute is a _________.

substance that is dissolved in a solution

Beauty and wellness professionals should study and have a thorough understanding of chemistry because _________.

every product used in the beauty industry contains some type of chemical

Creams, lotions, masks, and makeup _________.

contain chemicals either from natural or lab made ingredients.

A reducing agent _________.

adds hydrogen to a chemical compound

Understanding pH is important for the esthetician because _________.

it affects the hair, skin, and nails

Guidelines for properly storing chemicals do NOT include _________.

to never dispose of chemicals in their original containers

Which of the following is TRUE of products that are incompatible?

No two should be stored next to each other.

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1
An oxidizing agent _________ oxygen.
releases
nullifies
increases
absorbs
2
Which of the following should you be sure to do when mixing chemicals?
NoNever use secondary containers, such as spray bottles.
Add the water to the chemical, not the other way around.
Avoid rooms or areas that are well ventilated.
Use a measuring device, such as a measuring cup or spoon.
3
There are _________ accepted pictograms included in all SDSs.
3
16
9
6
4
All liquids are _________.
miscible
Noboth miscible and immiscible
immiscible
either miscible or immiscible
5
_________ for the disposal of many of the chemicals used in salons or spas.
Most states and counties have regulations in place
Most states and counties do not have regulations in place
There are no regulations in place anywhere across the United States
There are strict and universal regulations in place across the U.S.
6
A solvent is any _________.
stable physical mixture of two or more substances
substance dissolved into a solution
substance that dissolves a solute and makes a solution
liquid not capable of being mixed to form a stable solution
7
Hydrogen peroxide should never be mixed with bleach because _________.
it “discolors” more than lightens the hair
they become unpredictable in their use
it creates a potentially deadly gas
it dries out hair excessively
8
When salt is dissolved into water, _________.
water is the solute and salt is the solvent
salt and water are both solutes
Nosalt and water are both solvents
salt is the solute and water is the solvent
9
Everything you can touch and everything you can see is matter EXCEPT for which of the following?
Chemicals and powders
Living and once-living bodies
Light and electricity
Liquids and gases
10
A carcinogen is BEST described as a _________.
substance that is made of carbon
material capable of igniting or burning
material that is very easy to ignite
substance that causes cancer
11
During combustion of a substance, _________ accompanies the rapid oxidation.
an endothermic reaction
the production of heat and light
neutralization
an ionization of the substance
12
Among the following choices, acids would MOST likely be used to _________.
exfoliate the skin
swell the hair
raise the pH of products
soften calloused skin
13
What is the overexposure principle used to describe?
How overexposure determines tolerance
How overexposure determines safety
How overexposure determines immunity
How overexposure determines toxicity
14
If you left the freezer door open all night, all of the ice in the freezer would probably melt. This is a result of __
neutralization
an exothermic reaction
ionization
an endothermic reaction
15
Why would it be so important that you insist that for every chemical used there is an SDS available?
Because it enhances the image of the business
Because it is a requirement of OSHA
Because most clients will insist on it
Because it is the most cost-effective policy
16
The Safety Data Sheet (SDS) replaced the _________.
National Institute of Health (NIH)
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
17
What is the pH scale used to measure?
Levels of oxygen
Acidity and alkalinity
Overexposure and underexposure
Levels of carbon dioxide
18
SDSs are designed for _________.
use only by managers
use only by new employees
use in an emergency
everyday use
19
Which of the following is TRUE of solutions?
They are surfactants.
They are usually a solid color.
They are immiscible.
They are stable mixtures.
20
The very first surfactants were _________.
soaps
motor oils
nail polishes
cooking oils
21
A solute is a _________.
liquid not capable of being mixed to form a stable solution
stable physical mixture of two or more substances
substance that dissolves a solvent and makes a solution
substance that is dissolved in a solution
22
The client requests that you use a solution that is neutral to his skin, which of the following pHs should you be using?
A pH of 7
A pH of 0
A pH of 14
A pH of 5
23
_________ is the simplest form of chemical matter.
An element
A gas
A chemical
A liquid
24
Which of the following is defined as any substance that occupies space and has weight?
A chemical
Matter
Potentially dangerous
A beauty product
25
Beauty and wellness professionals should study and have a thorough understanding of chemistry because _________.
it is unrelated to the safe operation of a salon or spa
clients often quiz beauty professionals on this important knowledge
chemistry experiments are often regular practice at salons and spas
every product used in the beauty industry contains some type of chemical
26
Creams, lotions, masks, and makeup _________.
contain chemicals either from natural or lab made ingredients.
only contain chemicals if they come from ingredients manufactured in a lab.
never contain chemicals
27
Of all the elements known to science today, _________ occur naturally on Earth.
19
18
89
98
28
The effects of cosmetics and beauty products are based on how _________.
friends and family members react to a new look
pleased the beauty professional is with the results
the body reacts to chemicals
favorably the new styles compare with the old
29
Which of the following are defined as the basic units of matter?
Neutrons
Atoms
Electrons
Protons
30
How many categories are all SDSs are formatted into?
12
16
10
8
31
There are _________ elements are known to science today.
18
108
118
81
32
A reducing agent _________.
subtracts hydrogen from a chemical compound
adds hydrogen to a chemical compound
adds oxygen to a chemical compound
subtracts nitrogen from a chemical compound
33
_________ is an example of a compound molecule.
The oxygen we breathe
The ozone layer
Pure nitrogen
Common table salt
34
In the uniform order of the SDS, _________ comes immediately after the first category of “Identification.”
Hazard Identification
Disposal Considerations
First-Aid Measures
Toxicology Information
35
Understanding pH is important for the esthetician because _________.
it is directly related to income potential
all salon owners require it
it affects the hair, skin, and nails
it is essential for passing all exams
36
Guidelines for properly storing chemicals do NOT include _________.
to never allow chemicals to sit out
to always lock up chemicals when not in use
to never haphazardly combine two chemicals
to never dispose of chemicals in their original containers
37
________ is an example of a compound molecule.
Ice melting to become water
Exposed metal rusting
Water evaporating into the air
Liquid nail polish hardening
38
To which of the following do all acids owe their chemical reactivity?
Overexposure
Oxygen
The hydrogen ion
Alkalis
39
Which of the following is TRUE of products that are incompatible?
They can be safely mixed with proper precautions.
No two should be stored next to each other.
They should never be used on clients.
They are always considered dangerous.
40
What is pH is an abbreviation of?
Potential hydrogen
Probable H2O
Probable H2O
Pure hydrochloric acid
41
Which of the following is capable of igniting and burning?
A chemical
A mutagen
A combustible
A carcinogen
42
What do immiscible liquids form when they are combined?
Solutions
Miscible liquids
Suspensions
Stable mixtures

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