Environmental
Asbestos in Nevada properties built before 1980 presents a health risk primarily when:
AIt is intact and undisturbed
BIt is painted over
CIt is friable (crumbling or disturbed), releasing fibers into the air✓ Correct
DIt is located in exterior siding
Explanation
Asbestos poses the greatest health risk when it is friable — crumbling or disturbed — releasing microscopic fibers that can be inhaled and cause mesothelioma and other diseases. Intact, non-disturbed asbestos is generally less hazardous.
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