Asbestos was a key ingredient in asbestos cement, or transite, until the 1980s. The cement was in turn used to make many building materials and products. But why?
- It reinforced the materials, making them less likely to crack
- It was readily available and cheap
- It mixed well with other ingredients
- It reduced corrosion on products, especially pipes
Why asbestos is dangerous
The carcinogenic properties of asbestos far outweigh […]This content is for Markel policy holders.
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