It may be corrosive and dangerous to your skin, and mixing it with other chemicals could produce toxic fumes or even an explosion. Know the difference between an acid and a base.
[header] How to be safe when using a chemistry lab [title] Be smart about chemicals and the dangers they pose. [step] Some chemicals are harmless; others can kill you! Until you are familiar with the chemicals you are using in the lab, always ask an instructor for help. There are a few basic points about chemical safety to bear in mind : [substeps] Never mess with an unlabeled chemical.