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asbestos, asbestus [æsˈbestəs] N

asbestos

石棉 shímián

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Typical contaminants found on contaminated brownfield land include hydrocarbon spillages, solvents, pesticides, heavy metals such as lead (e.g., paints), tributyltins, and asbestos. en.wikipedia.org

Its mineral composition includes fibrous chrysotile (known commercially as asbestos), talc, olivine (green lava grains) as well as ferromanganese, a mineral containing magnesium and iron. en.wikipedia.org

In 1987, the school was purged of asbestos, which had been found in pipe coverings in a hallway near the cafeteria. en.wikipedia.org

The case involved mesothelioma, a form of cancer contracted by the inhalation of asbestos dust. en.wikipedia.org

Exposure to friable asbestos increases risks of various serious health conditions, including cancer. en.wikipedia.org

The attacks released dense clouds of dust containing pulverized cement, glass fibers, asbestos, and other airborne contaminants. en.wikipedia.org

Association of malignant mesothelioma and asbestos related conditions with ovarian cancer: shared biomarkers and a possible etiological link? en.wikipedia.org

Brooks' struggles with cancer contributed to reform and ultimately the elimination of unsafe asbestos production. en.wikipedia.org

Among their concerns would be the proper handling and disposal of such toxic elements as lead, asbestos or radioactive materials. en.wikipedia.org

These slates were replaced by shingles made from asbestos in 1975. en.wikipedia.org

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