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Inhalation of high concentrations of radon (more than 150 Bq/m3) for long periods can be a cause of lung cancers.

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Q: Why are radon gas levels in a basement often measured?
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What units are sound pressure levels measured in?

Radon is measured in liter's


Will finishing your basement reduce radon levels?

Yes, because the diffusion of radon gas is more difficult in a material with low porosity and without cracks or holes.


If a home has radon levels of 4 pci how many people would get cancer?

It depends of various factors, like how many people live in the house and the amount of time they spend in it (especially in the basement). The EPA recommends fixing the problem if there are radon levels of 4pCi/L or more. Therefore, it is recommended you seek out a professional to reduce the radon levels in your home.


Is radon testing a waste if you don't have a basement?

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What is the antidote for radon gas poisoning?

Possible solutions for radon mitigation: good ventilation of the house, ventilation under the basement, plastic filter under the basement, good finishing of the basement and walls, etc.


What Noble gas with 3 energy levels?

Radon (6 energy levels)


Does radon have 5 energy levels?

Radon has six electron shells.


Radon Gas Abatement?

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What does it mean if you have radon in basement?

Radon is a very heavy gas, several times heavier than air. When radon seeps into a basement as a result of low-level radioactive decay within rocks such as granite, it tends to be trapped there. This is especially true as homes are sealed tighter with insulation and weather strips. A full time ventilation system that circulates air from around the outside of basement floor and walls will stop radon buildup.


Problems with my radon levels in my basement?

You can purchase a toxic gas monitor online at Amazon.com, Buy.com or Ebay.com. It would be beneficial online, therefore you can compare prices, read reviews and return your product with no hassle.


Which area of the home will typically have the highest concentration of radon gas?

Low places where there is little or no ventilation. Radon is "heavy" and can accumulate from sources in rocks or soil in locations where there is a "low place" like a crawl space or basement that has little to no air movement in the space.


Can radon levels change with room temperature?

Yes, the concentration of radon depends also on room temperature.