
What minerals are in asbestos?
Asbestos is made of six kinds of minerals that occur naturally, namely chrysotile, amosite, crocidolite, anthophyllite, tremolite and actinolite.
It is a popular building material due to a plethora of properties including
heat resistance, fire resistance, and durability.
Chrysotile (white asbestos)- Most common and can be seen in ceilings.
Amosite (brown asbestos) – Can be seen in cement sheets.
Crocidolite (blue asbestos)- Can be seen in steam engines.
Anthophyllite – can be seen in insulation products.
Tremolite -Used as contaminants in white asbestos.
Actinolite -Used as contaminants in white asbestos.
Which among these asbestos types is most dangerous?
Crocidolite or blue asbestos is considered most dangerous asbestos.
Can asbestos be dangerous?
Yes, now its been well known to everyone that asbestos exposure can lead to fatal cancer and can impact lung linings. It is also banned in many countries.