Sweet gums are so called because they exude a fragrant yellow resinous gum.. The tree is known by a wide variety of names, among them alligator-tree and alligator wood (probably a reference to the warty knobs on the tree's bark), incense tree and liquidambar.
What is asbestos? Asbestos is the name given to a group of naturally occurring fibrous minerals that are resistant to heat and corrosion. Because of these properties, asbestos has been used in commercial products such as insulation and fireproofing materials, automotive brakes, and wallboard materials.
Asbestos is the name for a group of naturally-occurring silicate minerals. Exposure to asbestos may result in asbestos fibers being inhaled or ingested, which over time and in some cases, may result in damage to the lungs or membranes that cover the lungs, leading to illness or even death.