- Asbestos - Wikipedia
Asbestos ( æsˈbɛstəs, æz -, - tɒs ass-BES-təs, az-, -toss) [1] is a group of naturally occurring, toxic, carcinogenic and fibrous silicate minerals
- What is asbestos? Definition, risks of exposure, and more
Asbestos is a naturally occurring material that is present in soil and rocks Exposure to asbestos may lead to lung diseases and other health conditions
- Learn About Asbestos - US EPA
Provides a general overview of regulatory and chemical dimensions of asbestos Introduces the health effects, definition, and location of asbestos
- Asbestos in the Home: How to Identify, Test, and Remove It
Do you have asbestos in your house? Discover what it is, if you’ve been exposed, how to test for it, and the best methods for removal
- How does asbestos exposure cause cancer? | MD Anderson Cancer . . .
Most cases of mesothelioma are caused by exposure to a substance called asbestos This rare cancer develops in the mesothelial cells, the thin layer of tissue that lines the chest cavity and is also known as the pleura But what is asbestos? How might you be exposed to it?
- 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)
- Health Effects of Asbestos | Asbestos and Your Health | ATSDR
Learn more about the dangerous health effects asbestos can cause Disturbing asbestos minerals or other asbestos-containing materials can release tiny asbestos fibers, too small to see, into the air Breathing asbestos can cause tiny asbestos fibers to get stuck in the lungs and irritate lung tissues
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