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What is the pH scale used to measure? A. Acidity and alkalinity B. Levels of carbon dioxide C. Overexposure and underexposure D. Levels of oxygen
A. Acidity and alkalinity
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What is the pH scale used to measure? A. Acidity and alkalinity B. Levels of carbon dioxide C. Overexposure and underexposure D. Levels of oxygen
A. Acidity and alkalinity
To which of the following do all acids owe their chemical reactivity? A. The hydrogen ion B. Alkalis C. Oxygen D. Overexposure
A. The hydrogen ion
Among the following choices, acids would MOST likely be used to __________. A. swell the hair B. raise the pH of products C. soften calloused skin D. exfoliate the skin
D. exfoliate the skin
If your client requests that you use a solution that is neutral to their skin, which of the pH should you be using? A. A pH of 14 B. A pH of 5 C. A pH of 0 D. A pH of 7
B. A pH of 5
Acid-alkali neutralization reactions occur when an acid is mixed with an alkali in equal proportions, balancing the total pH and forming water (H2O) and __. A. a salt B. carbon dioxide C. nitrogen D. a sulfur
A. a salt
An oxidizing agent __ oxygen. A. releases B. nullifies C. absorbs D. increases
A. releases
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
What is the pH scale used to measure? A. Acidity and alkalinity B. Levels of carbon dioxide C. Overexposure and underexposure D. Levels of oxygen | A. Acidity and alkalinity |
To which of the following do all acids owe their chemical reactivity? A. The hydrogen ion B. Alkalis C. Oxygen D. Overexposure | A. The hydrogen ion |
Among the following choices, acids would MOST likely be used to __________. A. swell the hair B. raise the pH of products C. soften calloused skin D. exfoliate the skin | D. exfoliate the skin |
If your client requests that you use a solution that is neutral to their skin, which of the pH should you be using? A. A pH of 14 B. A pH of 5 C. A pH of 0 D. A pH of 7 | B. A pH of 5 |
Acid-alkali neutralization reactions occur when an acid is mixed with an alkali in equal proportions, balancing the total pH and forming water (H2O) and __. A. a salt B. carbon dioxide C. nitrogen D. a sulfur | A. a salt |
An oxidizing agent __ oxygen. A. releases B. nullifies C. absorbs D. increases | A. releases |
A reducing agent __. A. subtracts hydrogen from a chemical compound B. adds oxygen to a chemical compound C. subtracts nitrogen from a chemical compound D. adds hydrogen to a chemical compound | D. adds hydrogen to a chemical compound |
During combustion of a substance, __ accompanies the rapid oxidation. A. neutralization B. the production of heat and light C. and ionization of the substance D. and endothermic reaction | B. the production of heat and light |
If you left the freezer door open all night at work, all of the ice you had in the freezer would probably melt. This would be a result of __. A. an exothermic reaction B. neutralization C. ionization D. an endothermic reaction | D. an endothermic reaction |
Which of the following is TRUE of products that are incompatible? A. They are always considered dangerous. B. They can be safely mixed with proper precautions. C. They should never be used on clients. D. No two should be stored next to each other. | D. No two should be stored next to each other. |
Hydrogen peroxide should never be mixed with bleach because __. A. it creates a potentially deadly gas B. it "discolors" more than lightens the hair C. they become unpredictable in their use D. it dries out hair excessively | A. it creates a potentially deadly gas |
Which of the following should you be sure to do when mixing chemicals? A. Add the water to the chemical, not the other way around. B. Use a measuring device, such as a measuring cup or spoon. C. Avoid rooms or areas that are well ventilated. D. Never use secondary containers, such as spray bottles. | B. Use a measuring device, such as a measuring cup or spoon. |
For the disposal of many of the chemicals used in salons or spas. A. Most states and counties do not have regulations in place B. There are strict and universal regulations in place across the United States C. Most states and counties have regulations in place D. There are no regulations in place anywhere across the United States | A. Most states and counties do not have regulations in place |
Guidelines for properly storing chemicals do NOT include __. A. to never haphazardly combine two chemicals B. to never dispose of chemicals in their original containers C. to always lock up chemicals when not in use D. to never allow chemicals to sit out | B. to never dispose of chemicals in their original containers |
The Safety Data Sheet (SDS) replaced the __. A. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) B. Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) C. National Institute of Health (NIH) D. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) | B. Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) |
How many categories are all SDS's formatted into? A. 8 B. 10 C. 16 D. 12 | C. 16 |
There are __ accepted pictograms included in all SDS's. A. 6 B. 9 C. 16 D. 3 | B. 9 |
SDS's are designed for __. A. use only by new employees B. use only by managers C. everyday use D. use in an emergency | D. use in an emergency |
In the uniform order of the SDS, __ comes immediately after the first category of "Identification." A. Hazard Identification B. Disposal Considerations C. First-Aid Measures D. Toxicology Information | A. Hazard Identification |
A carcinogen is BEST described as a __. A. material that is very easy to ignite B. substance that causes cancer C. substance that is made of carbon D. material capable of igniting or burning | B. substance that causes cancer |
Which of the following is capable of igniting and burning? A. A chemical B. A mutagen C. A carcinogen D. A combustible | D. A combustible |
If you were the owner of the local salon or spa, why would it be so important that you insist that for every chemical used there is an SDS available? A. Because it is a requirement of OSHA B. Because it is the most cost-effective policy C. Because it enhances the image of the business D. Because most clients will insist on it | A. Because it is a requirement of OSHA |