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Radon

Denis L. Henshaw (Research physicist at Bristol University)

Structural Survey

ISSN: 0263-080X

Article publication date: 1 February 1991

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Abstract

Discusses the radioactive gas radon, outlining its structure and how it enters the home. Explores methods of measuring the gas, highlighting research carried out at Bristol University on a plastic material called Tastrak. Exposes the health threat associated with radon and links quantities of the substance with incidences of leukaemia.

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Citation

Henshaw, D.L. (1991), "Radon", Structural Survey, Vol. 9 No. 2, pp. 145-151. https://doi.org/10.1108/EUM0000000003247

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MCB UP Ltd

Copyright © 1991, MCB UP Limited

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