Environmental
What is 'asbestos' and why is it a concern in older Delaware properties?
AA type of mold common in humid climates like Delaware
BA naturally occurring fibrous mineral used in building materials before the 1980s, whose airborne fibers can cause mesothelioma and lung cancer✓ Correct
CA radioactive gas that seeps from soil and accumulates in buildings
DA chemical used in older plumbing systems that leaches into drinking water
Explanation
Asbestos is a naturally occurring fibrous mineral used in building materials (insulation, floor tiles, roofing, pipe wrap) prior to the 1980s. When disturbed, asbestos fibers become airborne and can cause serious health conditions including mesothelioma and asbestosis. Sellers must disclose known asbestos in Delaware.
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