Chemistry: The Molecular Nature of Matter
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Author: Neil D. Jespersen, Alison Hyslop
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Radon, a radioactive gas, is formed in one step of the natural radioactive decay sequence of U-235 to Pb-207. Radon usually escapes harmlessly through the soil to the atmosphere. When the soil is frozen or saturated with water the only escape route is through cracks in the basements of houses and other buildings. In order to detect radon in a residence, would you place the sensor in the attic, the ground floor living area, or the basement? Justify your answer.
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Chemistry: The Molecular Nature of Matter
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