§ 97-62. "Silicosis" and "asbestosis" defined.
§97‑62. "Silicosis" and "asbestosis" defined.
The word "silicosis"shall mean the characteristic fibrotic condition of the lungs caused by theinhalation of dust of silica or silicates. "Asbestosis" shall mean acharacteristic fibrotic condition of the lungs caused by the inhalation ofasbestos dust. (1935, c. 123.)