radon

Noun

Meaning

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

Source: WordNet

Synonyms

rn niton radium emanation aqua alkali radium xenon bismuth cesium element radiation acid carbon oxygen silver

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Antonyms

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Hypernyms

element chemical element inert gas noble gas argonon

Related terms

radium

Phrases with the word

Radon transform radon-219 radon fluoride radon difluoride

Anagrams

adorn nardo andor andro Ardon Daron Doran Drona Nador norad rando Ronda Donar

Examples

Aaron Goodarzi, the Canada Research Chair for Radiation Exposure Disease, shares more about radon exposure and how Canadians can keep themselves safe. Source: Internet

210 Pb takes much longer (decades) to come in equilibrium with radon, but, if the environment permits accumulation of dust over extended periods of time, 210 Pb and its decay products may contribute to overall radiation levels as well. Source: Internet

About one in 15 homes in the US has radon levels above the recommended guideline of 4 picocuries per liter (pCi/l) (148 Bq/m³). Source: Internet

According to the EPA the method to reduce radon ". Source: Internet

According to Health Canada, a home moves into dangerous levels of radon once it surpasses 200 Bq per cubic metre. Source: Internet

According to the EPA, the risk of lung cancer for smokers is significant due to synergistic effects of radon and smoking. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

Radomski Radomsky Radomyshl radon difluoride radon fluoride Radon measure