EnvironmentalIntermediateAlabama Exam

Asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) in a home are generally considered most hazardous when they are:

AIntact and undisturbed, as a general rule

BFriable (crumbling) and releasing fibersCorrect

CLocated in the attic

DPainted over

Why Friable (crumbling) and releasing fibers Is Correct

Answer B: Friable (crumbling) and releasing fibers

Asbestos is most hazardous when it is friable — meaning it crumbles easily and releases fibers into the air that can be inhaled and cause serious respiratory illness.

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Environmental questions test knowledge of hazards like asbestos, lead-based paint, radon, and mold. Know the disclosure requirements and when a professional inspection is required. CERCLA liability is strict, joint, and several.

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