Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral composed of soft and flexible fibres that are resistant to heat, electricity and corrosion. Asbestos can be used in paper, cement, plastic and cloth to make them stronger. Inhaling or ingesting asbestos dust can lead to permanent damage to your body such as inflammation, scarring and eventually genetic damage. A rare and aggressive cancer called mesothelioma is caused by asbestos exposure. Asbestos is known to cause other forms of cancer and lung disease. Finding an Asbestos Removal Company in Edmonton is very important if you have asbestos in your home, or basement or think you have asbestos-containing materials.
Types of Asbestos
They are six types of asbestos that fall into two categories: Amphibole and serpentine.
Amphibole Asbestos
Amphibole asbestos fibres have a straight, jagged shape. There are five recognized types:
- Crocidolite
- Amosite
- Anthophyllite
- Tremolite
- Actinolite
Serpentine Asbestos
Serpentine asbestos fibres are curly. There is only one kind: Chrysotile, which is also known as “white asbestos.”
- Chrysotile
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