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 [ăs-bĕśtəs, ăz-]
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The EPA asbestos web site contains the following information - General information on asbestos and vermiculite, laws and regulations that govern asbestos, EPA and state contacts, the roles of EPA and other federal agencies in asbestos, what to do if you suspect asbestos in your home, and asbestos publications. ... Asbestos Home...
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Asbestos is a mineral fiber that has been used commonly in a variety of building construction materials for insulation and as a fire-retardant. EPA and CPSC have banned several asbestos products. Manufacturers have also voluntarily limited uses of asbestos. ... Sources of Asbestos...
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Asbestos - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Provides information on asbestos to employers, asbestos contractors and others with duties under asbestos regulations, together with those workers currently at greatest risk from exposure to asbestos. ... Managing and working with asbestos...
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Asbestos is a group of naturally occurring fibrous minerals. These minerals, found in soil and rocks in many parts of the world, are made of magnesium, silicon, and other elements. Some asbestos fibers are curly (or "serpentine").
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Exposure to asbestos usually occurs by breathing contaminated air in workplaces that make or use asbestos. Asbestos is also found in the air of buildings containing asbestos that are being torn down or renovated. Asbestos exposure can cause serious lung problems and cancer. ... What is asbestos?
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The Mesothelioma Center offers the most comprehensive and current information on asbestos exposure and mesothelioma. ... Asbestos.com is committed to providing the latest, up-to-date information to our visitors in the hopes of spreading awareness about the dangers of asbestos cancer. This website offers a one-stop resource...
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A fact sheet about asbestos, asbestos-related diseases, and who to contact for more information. National Cancer Institute Fact Sheet 3.21 ... Exposure to asbestos may increase the risk of asbestosis, other nonmalignant lung and pleural disorders, lung cancer, mesothelioma, and other cancers (see Question 3).
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