Sources and Effects of Asbestos and Other Mineral Fibres Present in Ambient Air
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This review describes the structure, physicochemical properties and sources of asbestos as well as other mineral fibres in the natural environment. The diversity of character and methods for the determination of airborne inorganic fibres are discussed with particular attention to the biological effects on humans health. It also demonstrates the practical significance of asbestos. This article also shows some possibilities transformation of asbestos containing materials into harmless
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