radon

noun

ra·don ˈrā-ˌdän

: a heavy radioactive gaseous element formed by the decay of radium see Chemical Elements Table

Examples of radon in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Thawing Arctic permafrost will expose local populations to more radon, and the iodine of desert dust may decrease ozone pollution but increase greenhouse gas longevity. —

Alexander Sammon, Harper's Magazine, 25 June 2022 But the amount of radon in each home varies widely. —

Andy Larsen, The Salt Lake Tribune, 22 July 2023 Mitigation can reduce the level of radon by 99%, and the type of mitigation varies on the type of home. —

Dr. Keith Roach, oregonlive, 15 Mar. 2023 In addition, the builder’s homes have the necessary piping for radon abatement, if that should be necessary. —

Hartford Courant, 4 Feb. 2023 These include a family history of cancer and exposure to asbestos, radon and air pollution. —

Estelamari Rodriguez, Fortune, 1 Feb. 2023 January is awareness month for thyroids, glaucoma, birth defects, cervical health, radon and blood donations. —

Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Jan. 2023 In contrast, houses built on piles are protected, as the radon escapes to the atmosphere. —

Chris Baraniuk- Knowable Magazine, Discover Magazine, 21 May 2022 Some preliminary research has found that environmental toxins such as nitrate and radon—which can turn up in drinking water—may also raise a person’s risk for kidney cancer. —

Markham Heid, Time, 13 Dec. 2022 See More

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