Six minerals are defined as “asbestos” including: chrysotile, amosite, crocidolite, tremolite, anthophyllite and actinolite. Three kinds of asbestos are most commonly found in the United States: chrysotile, “white asbestos”; amosite, “brown asbestos”; and crocidolite, “blue asbestos”. Brown and blue asbestos are most commonly associated with mesothelioma.
- What exactly is asbestos?
- What is asbestos used for?
- Where does asbestos come from?
- Is asbestos dangerous to my health?
- What are the other asbestos related lung diseases?
- Can asbestos exposure lead to other types of cancer?
- What factors affect the risk of developing an asbestos-related disease?
- Who is at risk of being exposed to asbestos?
- Is asbestos banned for use?
- How can I protect myself against the risks of asbestos?
- How do I know if a particular product I work with contains asbestos?
- What is the role of employer
