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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question
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When diluting concentrated sulfuric acid with distilled water, what is the mandatory safety rule?
Options
A Always add water to the acid quickly
B Always add the acid slowly to water while stirring
Correct Answer
C Mix both simultaneously in equal volumes
D Heat the acid before adding water
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Adding acid to water dissipates generated heat; adding water to acid can cause localized boiling and violent splattering.

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Course: BIO 101
Topic: BIO 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 2440 of 2556
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