A Quiz On The History And Dangers Of Asbestos
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- 1.What is asbestos?
- A.
A naturally occurring group of mineral fibers.
- B.
An organic compound derived from the root of an Asbestos plant.
- C.
A natural element appearing in the second period of the Periodic Table.
- 2.Why was asbestos used?
- A.
It easily conducts electricity.
- B.
Its insulation capabilities and it is resistant to heat, fire and chemicals.
- C.
It gives surfaces a glossy and appealing characteristic.
- D.
There was no advantage, it was just expensive to remove it from construction materials.
- 3.Which of these compounds is asbestos?
- A.
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- B.
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- C.
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- D.
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- 4.Where can asbestos be found in homes?
- A.
Attic and wall insulation
- B.
Roofing and siding shingles
- C.
Vinyl floor tiles
- D.
All of the above
- 5.A long term health effect of asbestos exposure may include...
- A.
Skin cancer
- B.
Lung cancer or mesothelioma
- C.
Heart failure
- D.
Central nervous system complications
- 6.The symptoms of asbestos exposure typically occur within a month of exposure.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 7.Smoking combined with previous exposure to asbestos is particularly hazardous.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 8.For asbestos used for construction use, in what situations increase the risk of unnatural exposure?
- A.
While cleaning.
- B.
While painting.
- C.
During demolition.
- D.
At all times when near the materials containing asbestos.
- 9.In 1989, The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency banned all new and existing uses of asbestos.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 10.If asbestos is detected, how should it be removed or repaired safely?
- A.
With the use of gloves and a mask.
- B.
By a trained asbestos inspector or contractor.
- C.
By a local home improvement service.
- D.
Asbestos should not be disturbed, and should remain dormant.
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