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asbestos    音標拼音: [æsb'ɛstəs]
n. 石棉

石棉

asbestos
n 1: a fibrous amphibole; used for making fireproof articles;
inhaling fibers can cause asbestosis or lung cancer

Asbestus \As*bes"tus\, Asbestos \As*bes"tos\ (?; 277), n. [L.
asbestos (NL. asbestus) a kind of mineral unaffected by fire,
Gr. ? (prop. an adj.) inextinguishable; 'a priv. ? to
extinguish.] (Min.)
A variety of amphibole or of pyroxene, occurring in long and
delicate fibers, or in fibrous masses or seams, usually of a
white, gray, or green-gray color. The name is also given to a
similar variety of serpentine.
[1913 Webster]

Note: The finer varieties have been wrought into gloves and
cloth which are incombustible. The cloth was formerly
used as a shroud for dead bodies, and has been
recommended for firemen's clothes. Asbestus in also
employed in the manufacture of iron safes, for
fireproof roofing, and for lampwicks. Some varieties
are called amianthus. --Dana.

43 Moby Thesaurus words for "asbestos":
act drop, amianthus, asbestos board, asbestos curtain, backdrop,
batten, border, cloth, coulisse, counterweight, curtain,
curtain board, cyclorama, decor, drop, drop curtain, earth flax,
fire break, fire curtain, fire line, fire resistance,
fire retardant, fire wall, fireproofing, flat, flipper, hanging,
mountain flax, rag, scene, scenery, screen, side scene,
stage screw, tab, tableau, teaser, tormentor, transformation,
transformation scene, wing, wingcut, woodcut

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  • Asbestos - Wikipedia
    Asbestos or asbestus[1] ( æsˈbɛstəs, æz -, - tɒs ass-BES-təs, az-, -⁠toss) [2] is a group of naturally occurring, fibrous silicate minerals that were used for thousands of years to create flexible fire-resistant objects, such as fireproof fabrics, but are now known to be toxic and carcinogenic
  • Asbestos Exposure and Cancer Risk Fact Sheet - NCI
    A fact sheet about asbestos, the health hazards of asbestos exposure (including mesothelioma), and who's at risk for an asbestos-related disease Also presented are resources for information related to asbestos exposure and programs to help exposed individuals
  • Asbestos - US EPA
    The EPA asbestos web site contains general information on asbestos sources, exposure and health effects, what to do if you suspect asbestos, training, and laws and regulations
  • What is asbestos? Definition, risks of exposure, and more
    Asbestos is a naturally occurring material that is present in soil and rocks Exposure to asbestos may lead to lung diseases and other health conditions
  • What Is Asbestos? Types, Health Effects Exposure Risks
    Learn what asbestos is, why it's dangerous and how fiber exposure causes mesothelioma, lung cancer and other diseases Find out how to protect yourself
  • Asbestos - Occupational Safety and Health Administration
    What is asbestos? Asbestos is the name given to a group of naturally occurring minerals that are resistant to heat and corrosion Asbestos has been used in products, such as insulation for pipes (steam lines for example), floor tiles, building materials, and in vehicle brakes and clutches
  • Asbestos - World Health Organization (WHO)
    Asbestos is a group of naturally occurring mineral fibres It has widespread current or historical commercial uses because of its material properties (strong, heat resistant) There are six main forms of asbestos, and the main form in current use is chrysotile (white asbestos)
  • Asbestos | Types, Uses, Description | Britannica
    The term asbestos refers to any of several minerals that readily separate into long, flexible fibers The best-known type is chrysotile, a fibrous form of the mineral serpentine Prolonged inhalation of asbestos fibers can harm human health
  • Asbestos and Health: Frequently Asked Questions
    Disturbing rocks, soil, or products containing asbestos can release asbestos fibers into the air If you breathe these fibers into your lungs, they could remain there for a lifetime
  • Asbestos exposure and cancer - Penn Medicine
    Asbestos is a natural mineral fiber used in the past for construction Various types of asbestos cause lung disease, including mesothelioma, a rare cancer





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