7.
Which of the following statements describe a safety consideration pertaining to
mercuric compounds?
a. Do not place these compounds in the regular trash because of their potential
to pollute the environment.
b. These compounds should be stored in a sandbox because of their potential to
corrode and explode.
c.
Mercuric compounds should not be used around open flame.
d. These substances are toxic even when small amounts are inhaled; therefore,
they should be stored in an exhaust hood at all times.
8.
Select the statement that describes a quality control consideration in the
parasitology laboratory.
a. Microbiologic safety hoods should be checked for sufficient air flow and
operation of the ultraviolet light as required by your laboratory's SOP.
b. Tests to ensure the proper functioning of the laboratory autoclave should be
performed on a quarterly basis.
c.
Food and drinks should be placed in the parasitology refrigerator when it is
empty.
d. Centrifuges should be cleaned and calibrated by properly trained personnel
on an annual basis.
9.
Organisms in subkingdom Eucaryota are characterized by _________________.
a. DNA in a continuous strand.
b. Energy production by mitosis.
c.
A membrane separating the nucleus from the cytoplasm.
d. The lack of a nucleus.
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