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Radon is a radioactive chemical element that is created through the natural radioactive decay of uranium. Since uranium occurs naturally throughout our planet, we also find radon naturally.

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What is radon oxide?

Radon oxide is a compound that forms when radon gas reacts with oxygen. It is a radioactive compound and can be harmful if inhaled or ingested. Radon oxide is not commonly found in nature due to radon's short half-life.


Which nonmetal is radioactive and found in nature except with uranium metals?

Radon (Rn)


What phase is radon found in?

Radon is a natural radioactive gas.


What are five types of gases found in nature?

Helium, Oxygen, Nitrogen, Hydrogen, and Argon. There is also Neon, Krypton, Xenon, and Radon.


What is a common compound found that includes radon?

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What non-metal is radioactive and seldom found in nature except when associated with uranium metals?

The non-metal you are referring to is radon. Radon is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless radioactive gas that is formed as a decay product of uranium and thorium. It is usually found in soil, rock, and groundwater and can seep into buildings, posing a health risk.


How is radon found in its natural state?

Radon is a natural radioactive gas.


What group is radon found in?

Radon is a member of the noble gases group: helium, neon, argon, krypton, xenon, radon.


How common is Radon is in nature?

Mean concentration of radon in air: 150 atoms/cm3 Radon in the earth crust: 4.10-16 mg/kg Radon in the sea water: 6.10-19 mg/L


Where was radon found?

Near Radium.


Is radon found in pure state or mostly in compounds?

The element, Radon is one of the Noble Gases like Helium and Neon that do not form compounds. Thus Radon is always found in the Pure State.


What is a catchy slogan for the element radon?

Radon is a gas found in the air. It can cause lung cancer so beware!