radon

[ UK /ɹˈe‍ɪdɒn/ ]
[ US /ˈɹeɪˌdɑn/ ]

NOUN

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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This paper presents discussions of the radon - affecting factors and radon prevention measures.
Your state radon office or a radon tester can tell you more about radon testing devices.
Like when Maradona went in a huff with Pele, piqued at not getting player of the 20th century.
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Generally, indoor radon is the main source of construction materials, such as granite, tile and plaster, particularly the stones containing radioelement Yi release radon.
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Radon has been used to detect uranium mineralisation and also to locate faults which may control mineral deposition.
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A radon-related excess of lung cancer is well established.

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