Asbestos are everywhere. They are present in natural sources and in man-made products. Once released into the environment, asbestos fibers are transported and distributed via air and water. Small-size airborne fibers can travel fairly significant distances from the site of origin. Long-range transport of asbestos fibers in water can also occur. Asbestos fibers are relatively stable in the water and can persist under typical environmental conditions. However, some asbestos fibers may undergo chemical alteration and adsorb additional organic agents.
