Chemicals 3

Theme: Learning about the environment

Basic science    J.S.S.2   First Term

WEEK 10

Chemicals 3

Performance Objectives                                         

The student should be able to:

  1. Classify chemicals based on their hazardous nature.

2. State safety measures when using chemicals.

Content

Hazardous chemicals

A variety of hazardous chemicals are commonly found in the workplace, homes, schools and almost everywhere around us. It's important to understand the substances that fall under this classification, as they can have an adverse effect on human health and cause harm to property and the environment.

Hazardous chemicals are substances that can cause adverse health effects such as poisoning, breathing problems, skin rashes, allergic reactions, allergic sensitization, cancer, and other health problems from exposure.

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