CHEM.SCI.1.D
Use appropriate tools such as Safety Data Sheets (SDS), scientific or graphing calculators, computers and probes, electronic balances, an adequate supply of consumable chemicals, and sufficient scientific glassware such as beakers, Erlenmeyer flasks, pipettes, graduated cylinders, volumetric flasks, and burettes.
Chemistry · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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safety equipmentpracticeslaboratoryclassroomfield investigationsTexas Education Agency-approved safety standardsSafety Data Sheets (SDS)scientific calculatorsgraphing calculatorscomputersprobeselectronic balancesconsumable chemicalsscientific glasswarebeakersErlenmeyer flaskspipettesgraduated cylindersvolumetric flasksburettes
Skills
- use (appropriate safety equipment and practices) #dok1
- select (appropriate laboratory tools) #dok2
- apply (Texas Education Agency-approved safety standards) #dok2
- identify (scientific tools and glassware) #dok1
- demonstrate (safe use of scientific equipment in varied settings) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can identify various types of safety equipment and scientific glassware. #dok1
- I can use scientific tools and safety equipment correctly during investigations. #dok1
- I can select the proper tool or piece of equipment for a given scientific procedure. #dok2
- I can apply approved safety standards during laboratory, classroom, and field investigations. #dok2
- I can demonstrate safe practices when conducting investigations in different settings. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Safe and proper use of scientific tools ensures reliable and valid results in scientific investigations.
- Adhering to established safety standards protects individuals and environments during scientific work.
Essential Questions
- What are the roles and functions of different pieces of safety equipment in laboratory and field settings?
- How do you determine which scientific tools are appropriate for a particular investigation?
- Why is it important to follow Texas Education Agency-approved safety standards during scientific investigations?
- How does the selection and use of appropriate tools and practices impact the outcome and safety of an experiment?
- What steps can be taken to ensure safe handling of chemicals and specialized glassware during investigations?