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11 February, 19:28

Which of the given statements best represent what to do in the event of a spill of concentrated sulfuric acid. a. First, rinse the affected area with copious amount of water.

b. First, rinse the affected area with copious amounts of sodium hydroxide.

c. Second, treat the area with aqueous sodium bicarbonate solution.

d. Second, treat the area with sodium thiosulfate solution.

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  1. 11 February, 22:03
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    Answer: Option A and then Option c

    Explanation: Because Concentrated Sulphuric acid is a very strong acid and corrosive, when spilled on the skin, can affect the surface and internal skin. It is necessary to First rinse the affected area with copious amount of water to reduce effect of the acid and Secondly to treat the area with aqueous sodium bicarbonate solution since it will further neutralize and reduce stinging pain from the acid spill by acting as an alkali or base,
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