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Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral which is common in the Earth's crust. Here in Sacramento, California, we've had a recurring panic in that the natural dust in the Sierra foothills is composed of a form of asbestos.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 13y agoAsbestos is found in some, but not all:
- floor tiles
- ceiling tiles
- plaster
- mastic (tile adhesive)
- insulation
- gaskets
- roofing tiles
- wallboard (sheet rock)
- spackling compound
- preformed cement
It was an excellent material to insulate against heat. Asbestos blankets were used to smother fires, wrap around pipes or insulate buildings.
However, when powdered to a certain size and breathed in, it can cause mesothelioma, a cancer of the lining of the lung cavity, as well as lung cancer.
It is safe if left undisturbed and is unlikely to cause health problems with single exposure. Even the ancient Greeks noticed that it caused lung disease in the people who mined it.
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∙ 15y agoThe use of asbestos has been recorded in over 3000 products. It's most common use in the UK is probably in Asbestos Cement Sheeting used in the construction industry.
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What years were asbestos in building materials?
the use of asbestos in buildings in the UK started around 1890, the used of Blue and Brown asbestos was banned in 1985, with White asbestos being banned in <strong>1999</strong>.
Asbestos in the home what are the health related issues?
Asbestos exposure has been linked with many diseases. The most common are mesothelioma, lung cancer. gastrointestinal cancer, and asbestosis.
What is the use of asbestos signs?
The signs and symptoms of asbestos-related lung diseases vary. They depend on which disease you have and how much it has damaged your lungs. Signs and symptoms may not appear for 10 to 14 or more years after exposure to asbestos.
What is Asbestos gas?
There is no such thing as "asbestos gas." The closest you can come is suspended asbestos dust in air.
Is asbestos renewable or nonrennewable?
Asbestos is a non-renewable mineral.
Can you get dermatitasfrom asbestos?
If you work with asbestos you may get little wartlike bumps on your skin. This is caused by an asbestos fiber irritating the skin. It is not common form of dermatitis.
How are asbestos roofs secured?
Asbestos roofs are secured in the same manner as non-asbestos roofs that use similar materials.
What is friable asbestos?
Friable asbestos is material that contains asbestos fibers and that can be crumbled into dust in the hand without the use of tools.
What are the 3 most common asbestos?
The three main kinds of asbestos that have been used commercially are Amosite, Crocidolite, and Anthophilite.
Who discovered asbestos?
Asbestos has been used for thousands of years, with evidence of its use dating back to ancient civilizations like the Greeks and Romans. However, it was Finnish geologist Johan Gottlieb Gahn who is credited with discovering the mineral in its modern form in the late 18th century.
When was asbestos outlawed?
While some countries began banning asbestos or restricting its use in the the 1970's others continue to permit its use. Although use of asbestos is limited in the United States, it has not been banned or "outlawed."
Elements of asbestos?
Chrysotile - White Asbestos = Mg3(Si2O5)(OH)4 Amosite (Grunerite) - Brown asbestos = Fe7Si8O22(OH)2. Crocidolite - Blue asbestos = Na2(Fe,Mg)5Si8O22(OH)2. These are the 3 common types
What are the causes of mesothelioma?
Approximately 80% of all mesothelioma patients have a history of asbestos exposure. The majority of these patients were employed in an industry that involved the use of asbestos in some fashion.
What years were asbestos in building materials?
the use of asbestos in buildings in the UK started around 1890, the used of Blue and Brown asbestos was banned in 1985, with White asbestos being banned in <strong>1999</strong>.
Can you legally use Asbestos Cement Pipe or does it require remediation?
It is probably not a good idea to install new asbestos pipe. Asbestos pipe requires remediation if and when it deteriorates to that it may be releasing asbestos fibers. Whether it is legal to install asbestos pipe depends one what legal jurisdiction you are in. Some countries have forbidden all use of asbestos containing products and some permit some uses to continue.
How can you tell if old tiles contain asbestos?
The only way to definitively determine if old tiles contain asbestos is to have them tested by a certified asbestos inspector. Asbestos was commonly used in tiles before the 1980s, so if your tiles were installed before then, there is a higher likelihood of them containing asbestos. However, visual inspection alone is not enough to confirm the presence of asbestos.
How does asbestos get into the environment?
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral. Where mineral outcrops are located, natural processes of erosion release asbestos fibers. Beyond that, people mined asbestos to use in a variety of applications. The asbestos-containing products can release fibers into the environment if not properly maintained or if discarded improperly.
