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There is no such thing as "non-fibrous" asbestos. Part of the definition of asbestos is that it forms fibers.
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Is asbestos organic?
No. Asbestos is an inorganic, fibrous mineral.
Does fibrous cement board contain asbestos?
Some fibrous cement board contains asbestos and some does not. It depends on when and where it was manufactured. The only way to be certain is to have it tested by a qualified laboratory.
Does fibrous plaster contain asbestos?
Plaster that is seen to be fibrous might contain asbestos, depending on when it was put in place. The only way to be certain is to have a sample collected and analyzed by a qualified laboratory.
What properties made asbestos suitable for construction in the past?
Asbestos was light, strong, fibrous and did not conduct heat or electricity.
What has the author A A Hodgson written?
A. A. Hodgson has written: 'Fibrous silicates' 'Scientific advances in asbestos, 1967-1985' -- subject(s): Asbestos
Difference between asbestos and non asbestos gasket?
The difference between the two is that an asbestos gasket uses asbestos as a reinforcing fiber while a non-asbestos gasket does not.
When can tiles with asbestos in them become especially dangerous?
Anything items covered with asbestos material are dangerous. But when the items covered with asbestos -- tiles, ductwork, edging, joint connectors on ductwork-- become cracked, the asbestos dust is especially dangerous. Or, when contractors demolish or renovate a building containing asbestos, it will get in the air.
What are some of the dangers of asbestos removal?
I am renovating a building for work. We were told there is asbestos in it. Is removing the asbestos dangerous?
Is asbestos biodegradable?
Asbestos is composed of non biodegradable minerals including chrysotile, crocidolite, and amosite. So, Asbestos is non-biodegradable and it is toxic.
Does OLD Owens Corning fibreglass insulation contain asbestos?
No. Owens Corning Fiberglas insulation was made with Fiberglas providing the fibrous functions in place of asbestos.
What is the percentage of asbestos is considered dangerous?
Items with greater than 1 percent of asbestos minerals are considered to contain asbestos.
Could exposure to asbestos while doing home construction be dangerous?
Yes any exposure to asbestos can be dangerous if adequate precautions are not taken.
