what are the precautions that to be taken
while diluting strong acid
Answers
Answer:
We can dilute by drinking plenty of water. while diluting an acid ,acid should be dropped. not water because when water is dropped the exothermic reaction takes place and a large amount of heat is released
Explanation:
Use safety glasses, gloves and a lab coat
Prepare a safe work environment
Identify where there is the tap water just in case.
Prepare an emergency plan ready in case of possible acid spills.
Work inside an exhaust hood or a ventilated area.
Calculate the acid to be diluted for a certain volume of water.
Cool the water to be used by keeping it in a container surrounded by ice.
Add the cold distilled water to a large bottle.
Add a small amount of acid.
Let the solution cool.
Add the remaining acid in small doses.
Shake the solution.
Store the acid and wash the tools used