Where is radon found on earth?

Answer 1

In a geographical sense, just about everywhere. It is more common in certain areas than others. It's considerably heavier than air, so radon escaping from the ground into the atmosphere tends to collect in low places, particularly those which are enclosed and have little air circulation. Typically in a house the highest concentration of radon will be found in the basement.

Answer 2

Most commonly, Radon is produced naturally through the radioactive decay of Radium, element 88 in group 2. It has proved to be problematic in the housing industry, as houses that were built (unknowingly) with radium in the foundation can become contaminated with radon vapors as the radium decays. So be sure to have your home checked for radon, radium, and other radioactive elements, unles you WANT your basement to be glowing green.

Answer 3

Radon is an extremely heavy gas and therefore collects very easily in structures such as residential homes. Radon, to some degree, can be found in anywhere. It is more common in granite-based soil, but traces of the gas can be found in almost any location. Areas where petroleum is found and refined have been found to be far more likely to produce radon. Also, many hot springs also spew radon, such as Radium Springs in New Mexico or Bad Kreuznach in Germany.

Answer 4

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas found in soil, rock, and water. It is produced from the decay of uranium and thorium in the earth's crust. Radon can seep into buildings and homes through cracks in the foundation, leading to potential health hazards.