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chrys·o·tile (kr

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A fibrous mineral variety of serpentine forming part of commercial asbestos.

[German Chrysotil : Greek khrso-, chryso- + Greek tilos, something plucked (from tillein, to pluck).]

chrysotile [ˈkrɪsətɪl]

(Earth Sciences / Minerals) a green, grey, or white fibrous mineral, a variety of serpentine, that is an important source of commercial asbestos. Formula: Mg₃Si₂O₅(OH)₄

[from chryso- + Greek tilos something plucked, shred, thread, from tillein to pluck]

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chrysotile - a grey or green fibrous mineral; an important source of commercial asbestos

asbestos - a fibrous amphibole; used for making fireproof articles; inhaling fibers can cause asbestosis or lung cancer

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