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asbestos

/æs.ˈbɛs.tɒs/

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noun

أسبستوس

Any of several fibrous mineral forms of magnesium silicate, used for fireproofing, electrical insulation, building materials, brake linings, chemical filters, suits, fireman's gloves, etc.

Examples :

"All types of asbestos are potentially carcinogenic when inhaled."

جميع أنواع الأسبستوس قد تسبب السرطان عند استنشاقها.

material substance building geology mineral industry

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noun

أسبستوس

Any of asbestos-like forms of several minerals, asbestiforms

Examples :

"The old school building contained asbestos in its ceiling tiles, which posed a health risk if disturbed. "

احتوى مبنى المدرسة القديم على الأسبستوس في بلاط السقف الخاص به، مما شكل خطرًا صحيًا إذا تعرض للاضطراب.

material mineral building industry