Asbestos

Asbestos. Fibrous incombustible mineral composed of magnesium and calcium silicates with or without other elements. It is relatively inert chemically and used in thermal insulation and fireproofing. Inhalation of dust causes asbestosis and later lung and gastrointestinal neoplasms.

Pharmalogical Action Categories:

Carcinogens

Inorganic Chemicals: 9
- Minerals: 10780
  - Silicates: 417
    - Asbestos: 7103
- Silicon Compounds: 11
  - Silicon Dioxide: 6286
    - Silicic Acid: 81
      - Silicates: 417
        Asbestos: 7103

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Disease

Drug/Important Bio-Agent (IBA)