Asbestos is a natural fiber sourced
from minerals, ie. varieties of rocks found in Italy, Canada and South
America.
Physical Characteristics
The soft, glossy, long and white fibers are pressed into sheets. Chrysolite
asbestos has a fine and long staple that has lot of strength and
flexibility. The fiber does not burn, but melts at a sufficiently high
temperature. It is rustproof and acid proof.
Applications
Asbestos has been used in making fire fighting and fire resistant fabrics.
It is used to manufacture commercial furnishings including theater curtains,
draperies etc.
