The structure of volcanic cristobalite in relation to its toxicity; relevance for the variable crystalline silica hazard

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Respirable crystalline silica (RCS) continues to pose a risk to human health worldwide. Its variable toxicity depends on inherent characteristics and external factors which influence surface chemistry. Significant population exposure...

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Main Authors: Horwell Claire J, Williamson Benedict J, Donaldson Ken, Le Blond Jennifer S, Damby David E, Bowen Leon
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-11-01
Series:Particle and Fibre Toxicology
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Online Access:http://www.particleandfibretoxicology.com/content/9/1/44