Asbestos mats?

Question

In science at school . The teacher calls the mats we use asbestos mats do they really have asbestos in them? and the mat was chipped is it safe please answer

Answer 1

You have given insufficient information. It would depend on the material itself.  Asbestos floor  tile, for example, only releases fiber to the air in the moment of being broken.  Asbestos particles in the air is the danger.  Contained asbestos (non-friable) is not a health issue.

If it's friable, then it is a danger.  I suggest you ask the teacher that question.  I'm sure the school board has access to persons who can determine that if he/she does not already know.