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asbestos    音标拼音: [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 ( æsˈbɛstəs, æz -, - tɒs ass-BES-təs, az-, -⁠toss) [1] is a group of naturally occurring, fibrous silicate minerals, used for thousands of years to create flexible objects that resist fire, such as fireproof fabrics, but are now known to be toxic and carcinogenic
  • Asbestos - Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet
    What is Asbestos? Asbestos is a group of natural minerals that has been used in a variety of building materials including pipe insulation, ceiling and floor tile, shingles and cement products When asbestos is disturbed, it can release microscopic fibers into the air
  • 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
  • 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
  • What Is Asbestos Used For and Why It’s Dangerous
    Asbestos was once prized for its heat resistance, but its fibers cause serious lung diseases Learn where it was used and why it remains a health concern today
  • 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 and Where Does it Come From?
    Asbestos is a natural mineral that is resistant to heat and corrosion It was widely used in insulation, automotive parts such as brake pads, and building materials, including roof and floor tiles
  • 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
  • Health Effects of Asbestos | Asbestos and Your Health | ATSDR
    Breathing asbestos can cause tiny asbestos fibers to get stuck in the lungs and irritate lung tissues Workers and others who breathed asbestos fibers over many years have developed asbestos-related cancer and noncancer diseases Some of these diseases can be serious or even fatal
  • Asbestos: Risks of Exposure and Tips To Avoid It - WebMD
    They're made up of bundles of fibers that are flexible, lightweight, and resistant to heat, fire, chemicals, and electricity That makes them very useful in construction and manufacturing However,





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