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Method for converting asbestos to non-carcinogenic compounds

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OSTI ID:870543

Hazardous and carcinogenic asbestos waste characterized by a crystalline fibrous structure is transformed into non-carcinogenic, relatively nonhazardous, and non-crystalline solid compounds and gaseous compounds which have commercial utilization. The asbestos waste is so transformed by the complete fluorination of the crystalline fibrous silicate mineral defining the asbestos.

Research Organization:
LOCKHEED MARTIN ENRGY SYST INC
DOE Contract Number:
AC05-84OR21400
Assignee:
United States of America as represented by United States (Washington, DC)
Patent Number(s):
US 5543120
OSTI ID:
870543
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English