Question by Kayjay: What exactly is asbestos made out of?
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Answer by Rob_n_LizAsbestos.
It's a mineral. The reason that it's used as a fire retardant is that the crystals it forms are like little microscopic straws. A given weight of asbestos holds a LOT of air, thus it insulates against heat. It is this same structure that makes it so damaging to life forms as the crystals are inhaled and act like little hollow spears that pierce the tissues of the lung. This damages
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