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Answer: Poison

The symbol of the skull and crossbones is used throughout the world to indicate that something is poison. The symbol is believed to have originated in Spain where an actual skull and two long bones were used to mark the entrance to a cemetery. It is gradually being replaced by other more specific symbols because of concerns that the symbol may actually attract children who associate the warning sign with pirates.

Answer: It contains biomedical waste

This symbol is a warning that the container holds biomedical waste. This consists of used catheters, blood and its components, sharps, and discarded limbs or other body parts. Never touch anything with this symbol on it as the risk of disease transfer is great. Strict laws and specialised equipment are used in the disposal of all types of biomedical waste.

Answer: Divers in the water

Any time that you are in the water and see this flag, it is a warning that there are divers in the water. This flag is used in North America, while in other parts of the world the flag may be blue and white instead of red and white and is known as an Alpha flag. Both are flown on a ship that has divers down in the water and warns others to avoid the area.

Answer: U.A.E.

The U.A.E. (United Arab Emirates) has so many camels that the government has found it necessary to post camel crossing signs. Animal crossing signs of many types, are found all over the world, warning drivers to be careful because they may unexpectedly run into an animal if they are not paying attention.

Answer: The horse kicks

A red ribbon tied to a horse's tail is a warning that the horse is prone to kicking and should not be approached from behind. This old English custom has been adopted around the world and can be seen at horse shows today.

Answer: Radioactivity

First adopted in 1946, the radiation symbol is used around the world to warn that something or someplace contains radioactive material. Also known as a trefoil, this is a warning that everyone should heed. Never touch an object or enter a location with this symbol unless proper precautions have been taken.

Answer: Highly polluted area

This symbol is used by the European Chemicals Bureau to indicate areas that have been highly polluted. This sign can be used for both polluted water and land. As many pollutants are invisible, if you see this sign, leave the area immediately and spend your day somewhere else.

Answer: Noise induced hearing loss

This sign indicates loud noises in the area which may cause noise induced hearing loss. While many modern rock concerts may be an appropriate place for this sign, it is usually found in industrial areas that have loud mechanical noises or explosions of any kind.

Answer: Storms approaching

This symbol may be seen as a flag or as a placard. It is a warning that storms are approaching and it is time to seek refuge. Two of these flags flown one on top of the other warns of the approach of a hurricane.

Answer: Lasers in the area

If you see this sign, you are being warned that there are lasers in the area --you should attempt to cover your eyes and retreat. Lasers have the capability of causing permanent blindness in an instant. The use of lasers, as non-lethal weapons, is a topic of much controversy.