a radioactive gaseous element formed by the disintegration of radium; the heaviest of the inert gasses; occurs naturally (especially in areas over granite) and is considered a hazard to health
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radon::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | atomic number 86, rn |
| Type of | argonon, chemical element, element, inert gas, noble gas |
Examples of radon
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Put a weatherstripped cover over the sump to keep any radon from there confined.
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The type most commonly used is known as the soil suction radon reduction system.
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It consists of vent pipes with a fan that pulls radon from beneath the building.
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Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that comes from the Earth's soil.
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Some houses in the Northeast have been found with dangerously high radon levels.
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Who could forget that up to 12% of all U.S. houses suffer unsafe radon exposure?
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Radon is a decay product of uranium, traces of which occur naturally in granite.
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Radon, asbestos and some other environmental contaminants can contribute as well.
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In Illinois, 35 percent of homes have levels of radon above the level of concern.
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- A radioactive gaseous element formed by the disintegration of radium; the heaviest of the inert gasses; occurs naturally (especially in areas over granite) and is considered a hazard to health
- Radon is a chemical element with symbol Rn and atomic number 86. It is a radioactive, colorless, odorless, tasteless noble gas, occurring naturally as the decay product of radium. ...
- A radioactive chemical element (symbol Rn, formerly Ro) with atomic number 86, one of the noble gases
- A toxic gas found in the soil beneath a house that can contribute to cancer and other illnesses.
- A radioactive gas found in some homes that in sufficient concentrations can cause health problems.
- A colorless, odorless gas that is emitted from soils, rocks and water as a result of radioactive decay in certain areas of the country. Radon is known to cause cancer. Homes should be tested for radon. ...
- A naturally-occurring, radioactive gas which is heavier than air and is common in many parts of the country. Radon gas exposure is associated with lung cancer. Mitigation measures may involve crawl space and basement venting and various forms of vapor barriers.
- A ground-generated radioactive gas that seeps into some homes through sump pumps, cracks in the foundation and other inlets. A leading cause of lung cancer , radon is found in mostly the northern half of the country.
- A colorless, odorless, short lived radioactive gas which is produced by decay of the uranium/radium series and is soluble in water. Radon is considered carcinogenic when inhaled by humans. Radon can be removed from water by aeration or activated carbon.
