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Handbook of Industrial Toxicology
by E. R. Plunkett, M.D., Industrial Health Services, Barberton, Ohio
Chemical Publishing Company, Inc.
New York, 1966.
Hardcover, 440 pages.

ASBESTOS REFERENCES:

Asbestos is covered on two pages. Synonyms listed include Earth Flax,  Impure Magnesium-calcium Silicate, Mountain Cork, Serpentine, Stone Flax.

Occupational exposure is clutch facings, brake linings, roofing, insulating materials, gaskets, and more.

Pulmonary interstitial fibrosis is described, as well as asbestos warts.  Symptoms and diagnostic tests are listed. 

About cancer it says "Question of cancer not yet answered."

Preventative measures listed include a respirator, wet methods, ventilation, and it lists which people should not be exposed.

** Asbestos is just one of many different materials listed in this comprehensive book! 

CONDITION: Acceptable. Stamp to endpapers.  Name and date to first page.  Review of this book is taped to inside back cover. This review and/or the adhesive used to attach the review have yellowed and have stained the back endpaper. Dustjacket has wear and tears.  Foxing and yellowing to some pages.
Handbook of
Industrial Toxicology
 1966.
$145