Question

if you find a chemical in the lab and are unsure of its identity, what is the best way to find out what it is?
smell the chemical
taste the chemical
read the label on the container
touch the chemical

Explanation:

In a lab, smelling, tasting, or touching an unknown chemical is extremely dangerous as it could be toxic, corrosive, or cause other harmful reactions. Reading the label on the container is a safe and reliable way to identify the chemical.

Answer:

read the label on the container