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Do certain areas of the country have higher levels of background radiation than others?
Wiki User
∙ 12y ago
Yes.
Apart from the fact that if you live near a power station (nuclear OR coal) will increase the level of background radiation, the level of argon gas in the rocks in the ground will effect the background radiation.
I believe its parts of Cornwall that have the highest argon levels in the UK.
Even if you lived next to a power station in an area with a lot of argon in the rocks, your yearly dose would still be many hundreds times smaller than a harmful dose.
Wiki User
∙ 12y ago
Yes, certain areas of the country can have higher levels of background radiation than others. This can be due to the geological makeup of the region, with areas containing more naturally occurring radioactive materials. Additionally, human activities such as mining, industrial operations, and nuclear facilities can contribute to higher background radiation levels in certain areas. However, it is important to note that these variations in background radiation levels are generally within safe limits and have minimal impact on human health.
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