Environmental
Which substance found in older Idaho homes was commonly used in pipe insulation, floor tiles, and roof shingles?
ALead
BAsbestos✓ Correct
CRadon
DMercury
Explanation
Asbestos was widely used in building materials including pipe insulation, floor tiles, ceiling tiles, and roofing materials until its health risks (mesothelioma, asbestosis) became well established and its use was largely banned.
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