Chemistry
Chemistry
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ISBN: 9780078021527
Author: Julia Burdge
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Chapter 21.8, Problem 1CP
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The risk posed by radon gas in homes is to be determined, out of the given options.

Concept introduction:

Radioactive molecules or gases are those which continuously emit particles (alpha, beta, neutrons). They are very harmful to human health.

Radon is a noble gas and is a member of group 8A.

All its isotopes are radioactive but the most harmful is radon-222, as its half-life period is 3.8 days which is the longest.

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