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Asbestos - Wikipedia Asbestos ( æsˈbɛstəs, æz -, - tɒs ass-BES-təs, az-, -toss) [1] is a group of naturally occurring, fibrous silicate minerals, used for thousands of years to create flexible objects that resist fire, such as fireproof fabrics, but now known to be toxic and carcinogenic
MassDEP Asbestos, Construction Demolition Notifications Asbestos is a naturally occurring, mostly fibrous mineral that has been used in a variety of building products and industrial settings over the years because of its resistance to heat, fire, and many caustic chemicals
Asbestos - US EPA The EPA asbestos web site contains general information on asbestos sources, exposure and health effects, what to do if you suspect asbestos, training, and laws and regulations
Asbestos Exposure and Cancer Risk Fact Sheet - NCI A fact sheet about asbestos, the health hazards of asbestos exposure (including mesothelioma), and who's at risk for an asbestos-related disease Also presented are resources for information related to asbestos exposure and programs to help exposed individuals
Asbestos | Types, Uses, Description | Britannica The term asbestos refers to any of several minerals that readily separate into long, flexible fibers The best-known type is chrysotile, a fibrous form of the mineral serpentine Prolonged inhalation of asbestos fibers can harm human health
Asbestos - Occupational Safety and Health Administration What is asbestos? Asbestos is the name given to a group of naturally occurring minerals that are resistant to heat and corrosion Asbestos has been used in products, such as insulation for pipes (steam lines for example), floor tiles, building materials, and in vehicle brakes and clutches
Asbestos and Cancer Risk - American Cancer Society Asbestos has been used in insulation, automobile brakes, roof shingles, ceiling and floor tiles, and more Learn what we know about asbestos, cancer risk, and what to look for if you've been exposed to asbestos
Asbestos and Your Health | Asbestos and Your Health | ATSDR Asbestos refers to a class of minerals that naturally form long, thin, very strong fibers It occurs naturally in the environment and from breakdown or disposal of old asbestos products Exposure to asbestos can lead to serious and sometimes fatal disease
Asbestos - World Health Organization (WHO) Asbestos is a group of naturally occurring mineral fibres It has widespread current or historical commercial uses because of its material properties (strong, heat resistant) There are six main forms of asbestos, and the main form in current use is chrysotile (white asbestos)
What Is Asbestos and Where Does it Come From? What Is Asbestos? Asbestos is a natural mineral that is resistant to heat and corrosion It was widely used in insulation, automotive parts like brake pads, and building materials like roof and floor tiles Breathing in or swallowing asbestos can lead to trapped fibers in the body