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[-] rigatti@lemmy.world 6 points 1 week ago

It has great material properties aside from, you know, destroying people's lungs. So I can understand why the world was eager to use it before understanding the risks.

[-] Almrond@lemmy.world 8 points 1 week ago

The ancient Romans made it a point to not buy slaves from the asbestos mines due to their poor health, it has been known for far too long that asbestos is harmful. It also happens to be insanely useful.

[-] Phoenicianpirate@lemm.ee 6 points 1 week ago* (last edited 1 week ago)

The ancient Romans used asbestos?

Edit: damn, it has been used since forever...

https://www.unrv.com/economy/asbestos.php

[-] Phoenicianpirate@lemm.ee 2 points 1 week ago

I am aware of its incredible fireproofing ability. Also it is one of the few, if only, minerals that can be woven into fabric.

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