Occupational diseases that cause progressive, chronic inflammation and infection in the lungs from inhalation of inorganic dust are termed
A) emphysema.
B) bronchiectasis.
C) pneumoconiosis.
D) pneumothorax.

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Pneumoconiosis means dust in the lungs resulting in interstitial lung disease. It refers to a number of occupational diseases that cause progressive, chronic inflammation, fibrosis, and infection in the lungs. Asbestos fibers, carbon deposits, or quartz dust inhaled are mineral causes of interstitial lung disease. Other workers who are also susceptible to dust diseases are those who work with aluminum, beryllium, iron, cotton, sugar cane, and a number of synthetic fibers.

Occupational Diseases That Cause Progressive, Chronic Inflammation and Infection in the Lungs