Amianthus or asbestos - mineral composed of hollow fibers. Deposits of asbestos in Russia were discovered in 1720. Date of application associated with the name manufakturschika Nikita Demidov.
Due to the insulating properties and fire resistance is widely used in construction and production of workwear. Due to the high toxicity of asbestos have been increasingly replaced by other, less hazardous materials.
Due to the insulating properties and fire resistance is widely used in construction and production of workwear. Due to the high toxicity of asbestos have been increasingly replaced by other, less hazardous materials.