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chrysotile

/ˈkrɪz.ə.taɪl/

/ˈkraɪ.zə.taɪl/

Translations

chrysotilenoun

chrysotiles

chrysotileMinéralogie, désigne une forme d’amiante.

Chrysotile is often used in the production of brake linings and insulation materials.

Le chrysotile est souvent utilisé dans la fabrication de garnitures de frein et de matériaux isolants.

Synonyms

white asbestos

serpentine asbestos

chrysotile asbestos

chrysotileadjective

/ˈkrɪz.ə.taɪl/

/ˈkraɪ.zə.taɪl/

Used attributively before a noun to denote relation to chrysotile asbestos

chrysotiliqueTechnique, en minéralogie et en sciences des matériaux.

Chrysotile fibers were observed under the microscope.

Des fibres chrysotiliques ont été observées au microscope.

Synonyms

chrysotilenoun

A fibrous silicate mineral that is the most common form of asbestos, used in various industrial applications for its heat-resistant properties.

Chrysotile is often used in the production of brake linings and insulation materials.

chrysotileadjective

Relating to or consisting of chrysotile asbestos.

Chrysotile fibers were observed under the microscope.