<prompt> Mesothelioma is seen in which type of pneumoconiosis:AnthracosisByssinosisAsbestosisSilicosis  <response>: Ans. c AsbestosisRef.: K. Park 23rd ed. 807 Pneumoconiosis occurs due to occupational exposure to dust. Dust particle of size 0.5 to 3 microns are most dangerous, as they can reach the interior of lungs easily. Most common pneumoconiosis associated with Mesothelioma and lung cancer: Asbestosis. Most common pneumoconiosis: SilicosisOther important pneumoconiosis to remember:DiseaseExposure source SilicosisSilica dust AnthracosisCoal dust AsbestosisAsbestos dust BagassosisSugarcane dust thermoactinomyces sacchari ByssinossisCotton fibre SiderosisIron dust 