Ishkildite is a variety of the mineral chrysotile For information about chrysotile please click the article tab at the top of the page, or click -here-.

Ishkildite is a variety of chrysotile differing in optical properties, X-ray powder pattern, and containing excess silica.

The following health hazards should be noted when handling ishkildite.

BIOHAZARD Ishkildite can cause asbestosis, lung cancer, and both pleural and peritoneal mesothelioma.

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