radon
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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
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Aaron Goodarzi, the Canada Research Chair for Radiation Exposure Disease, shares more about radon exposure and how Canadians can keep themselves safe.
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.
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).
According to the EPA the method to reduce radon ".
According to Health Canada, a home moves into dangerous levels of radon once it surpasses 200 Bq per cubic metre.
According to the EPA, the risk of lung cancer for smokers is significant due to synergistic effects of radon and smoking.