Amosite is also known as grunerite asbestos, and was mainly mined in Africa. A fibrillar form of asbestos, the fibers of amosite asbestos are long and narrow, and because they are more durable when ingested or breathed into the body, they are also considered to be more carcinogenic than those from chrysotile asbestos.
This form of asbestos was once commonly used in a range of products such as building materials, ceiling tiles, insulation, cement sheets, piping and casing, electrical products, and fire doors, among others. As with other types of asbestos, amosite asbestos can cause a wide range of health problems through exposure, including a deadly form of asbestos related cancer known as mesothelioma, which can affect areas around the lungs, the abdomen, or the heart.
Those most at risk from exposure to amosite asbestos are those who work with the substance or with products that may contain amosite, such as electricians, builders, carpenters, etc. Regulations regarding the removal or disposal of amosite and other asbestos are very strict, and trained, certified experts must be hired to do this. Those who work with amosite asbestos must also ensure that they have been provided with the necessary protective equipment and clothing.
Those affected by exposure to amosite asbestos may not show any symptoms of disease for several decades. However, if the exposure has caused cancer, then this could lie dormant for decades before manifesting itself, at which point it can dramatically reduce the lifespan of the patient.
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