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How long does asbestos dust last outdoors?
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Asbestos : Asbestos is a thin crystal mineral. It won't just disappear or evaporate because it's outside but it will be diluted, if you will by the clean outside air.One or two forms of asbestos are dangerous to your health. This is the case when they are found in the air in high enough concentrations.Thats why it's actually more dangerous during removal than it usually is left in place.
Answered 10/3/2016
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