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Chapter 8, Problem 47E
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The percentage of the total exposure of a man due to radon is to be determined.

Concept introduction:

Radon is a noble gas with the symbol Rn. Radon itself is a radioactive gas and all its isotopes are also radioactive in nature. It occurs naturally in the atmosphere.

The SI unit of radiation exposure is Sievert (Sv).

The percentage of the total exposure of a man to radon gas is calculated as follows:

% of radiation =Man exposureTotal exposure×100%

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