Asbestos

Meaning, Term, and Glossary Definition - What is Asbestos?

A mineral fiber that can pollute air or water and cause cancer or asbestosis when inhaled. EPA has banned or severely restricted its use in manufacturing and construction.

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Asbestos: Asbestos - Hazardous Material - CAS 1332-21-4

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Asbestos Abatement   Asbestos Assessment   Asbestos Program Manager   Asbestos-Containing Waste Materials ACWM   Asbestosis   Friable Asbestos   Nonfriable Asbestos-Containing Materials   Regulated Asbestos-Containing Material RACM   

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