Question

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1. dont break or crush mercury - containing lamps because mercury powder may be released.

a) true
b) false

Explanation:

Mercury is a toxic heavy metal. When mercury - containing lamps are broken or crushed, elemental mercury (not powder) is released. Mercury vaporizes easily at room temperature and can cause serious health problems if inhaled or ingested. So the statement in the question is incorrect.

Answer:

B. False