What is the correct way to pick up a hot test tube?

Use oven mitts and pick it up with your hands.

Use tongs to transfer the test tube to a test tube holder.

Allow the test tube to cool and then use tongs to transfer it.

Use oven mitts with tongs to transfer the test tube to a test tube holder.

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Ashleigh Blackwell

9 December, 12:59

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Orlando Callahan · Answer 1

Allow the test tube to cool and then use tongs to transfer it.

What is the correct way to pick up a hot test tube?Use oven mitts and pick it up with your hands.Use tongs to transfer the test tube to a test tube holder.Allow the test tube to cool and then use tongs to transfer it.Use oven mitts with tongs to transfer the test tube to a test tube holder.