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Table 1 Mineral characterization

From: Mechanisms of oxidative stress and alterations in gene expression by Libby six-mix in human mesothelial cells

Name

Chemical Composition

Mean S.A. (m2/g)a

Mean Size (μm)b

Source

Glass beads

SiO2

3

2.06

Polysciences Inc.

Libby six-mix

See references [18–20]

5

7.21×0.61c

USGS

Crocidolite

Na2Fe2+3Fe3+2Si8O22(OH)2

15

7.40×0.25

NIEHS Reference Sample

  1. a S.A. = surface area.
  2. b Length × diameter for Libby six-mix and crocidolite asbestos, and diameter for glass beads.
  3. c See reference [17].