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dust [dəst] (geology) Dry solid matter of silt and clay size (less than ยน⁄₁₆ millimeter). (physics) A loose term applied to solid particles predominantly larger than colloidal size and capable of temporary gas suspension. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| A potential dust explosion hazard is said to exist wherever combustible dusts accumulate, are handled or are processed. Some of these tainted dusts can be traced back to specific, polluted sources, such as California's Owens Lake (SN: 10/6/01, p. These dusts typically contain heavy metals, such as lead, cadmium and zinc, that make the dust a hazardous waste that is subject to landfill disposal restrictions. |
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