Radon is a naturally occurring
radioactive gas produced by the breakdown of uranium in soil,
rock, and water.
Radon can not be detected by sight,
smell, or taste.
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Sources
Soil and rock beneath homes
Well water
Building
materials
Radon in
Schools
In Ohio it is estimated that 62.5% of schools have a potential for
at least one room in excess of the US
EPA action level (4 pCi/l) compared to 19.3% nationwide.
School radon hazards normally increase in the winter.
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