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U.S. Department of Agriculture

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  1. Fields of Study
  2. geology
  3. mineralogy
  4. minerals
  5. silicate minerals
  6. asbestos

Preferred term

asbestos

Type

  • Chemical

Definition

  • Information Fibrous incombustible mineral composed of magnesium and calcium silicates with or without other elements. It is relatively inert chemically and used in thermal insulation and fireproofing. Inhalation of dust causes asbestosis and later lung and gastrointestinal neoplasms.

    Source: Medical Subject Headings 2017

    Type: Concept definition

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https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/12728

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