A Mineral-Based Compound That Was Widely Used for Fire Protection

question 15

Multiple Choice

A mineral-based compound that was widely used for fire protection and insulation in buildings until the 1980s is:

• A) radon.
• B) asbestos.
• C) fiberglass.
• D) spray foam.

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