What is Radon?
Radon is a radioactive noble gas. It has
no taste or smell and is colorless. When it is
ingested into your system, it can cause lung cancer. This deathly gas
causes thousands of deaths each year. The government has stated it to
be
the second largest cause of lung cancer. Radon develops when natural,
radioactive breakdowns of uranium in the earth's crust occur. These
come from water, soil, and rock. Radon can penetrate into your house if
it has developed cracks in the walls and floors. In this website, you
will learn about radon, how it ends up in homes, the dangers or radon,
and the history of its dangers. Enjoy!
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