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Tremolite
Tremolite A basic calcium, magnesium, iron silicate, one of six naturally occurring fibrous minerals forming the group called asbestos. Occurs as translucent bright- to gray-green tough interlocking fibers which are flexible and elastic. Tremolite has not been used commercially, although it is sometimes a contaminant in asbestos-containing products.
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A fibrous material used to make fireproof materials, electrical insulation, roofing and filters. Asbestos has been linked to a type of lung cancer.
Tremolite
A basic calcium, magnesium, iron silicate, one of six naturally occurring fibrous minerals forming the group called asbestos. Occurs as translucent bright- to gray-green tough interlocking fibers which are flexible and elastic. Tremolite has not been used commercially, although it is sometimes a contaminant in asbestos-containing products.
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