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MIC 121 Laboratory safety and ethics in microbiology Objective Question
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Which statement correctly describes the use of nitrile gloves in the laboratory?
Options
A Gloves should be changed only at the end of the day.
B Nitrile gloves have a typical thickness of 0.5-1.0 mm.
C Communal surfaces can be touched while gloved if not visibly contaminated.
D Change gloves between tasks and when visibly contaminated, and never touch communal surfaces while gloved.
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 11, under 'Nitrile Gloves,' states: 'Change between tasks and when visibly contaminated. Never touch communal surfaces while gloved.' It also mentions 0.1-0.15 mm thickness.

Hint

Focus on the cross-contamination aspect of gloved hands.

Question Info

Course: MIC 121
Topic: Laboratory safety and ethics in microbiology
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 557 of 984
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