Vocabulary Study Cards Ch. 6

Question 1

Lead Poisoning

Answer 1

Health risks of high exposure to lead-based products such as paint, glazes, and solders. Typical risk is to the central nervous system.

Question 2

Asbestos

Answer 2

A fibrous mineral that has been used because of its strengthening characteristics as well as its ability to retard heat and general fire resistance.

Question 3

Friable

Answer 3

Asbestos that will result in airborne particles when physical contact is made.

Question 4

Non-friable

Answer 4

Asbestos that will not result in airborne particles when physical contact is made.

Question 5

Radon

Answer 5

Colorless, odorless gas that occurs naturally from decaying uranium deposits.

Question 6

Formaldehyde

Answer 6

Colorless gas that is emitted by many common construction materials and consumer products found within the home.

Question 7

Toxic Mold

Answer 7

Mold that is considered to be of a greater health risk. Not all mold is considered “toxic.”

Question 8

Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA)

Answer 8

Federal law that established the “superfund” to address clean-up of contaminated waste sites. Requires the offending party to clean up the contaminated area at their expense. If the offending party cannot be found the current owner may have liability.