Dangerous Mineral Once Used in Construction

This page is the CodyCross answer for the clue below from Fauna and Flora, Group 170, Puzzle 3 (Tasmanian Devil).

Question is: Dangerous Mineral Once Used in Construction

and the answer is: ASBESTOS

Word Meaning:

ASBESTOS — (mineralogy) Any of several fibrous mineral forms of magnesium silicate, used for fireproofing, electrical insulation, building materials, brake linings, chemical filters, suits, fireman's gloves, etc.

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