What is Radon Gas?
One of our most common questions is, “What is radon gas?” Radon gas is something that many people don’t actively think about when it comes to their homes or building infrastructures. Radon gas is naturally created by a breakdown of uranium in rocks and soil, which can be found inside and outside. But, what is radon gas? Radon gas is colorless, tasteless, odorless, and most of all, dangerous. Over here at The BrickKicker, we can help you learn about where radon gas can be found and the causes of it.
What Causes Radon Gas?
Now that we’ve answered, “What is radon gas?” We will now answer the question, “What causes radon gas?” Well, as stated previously, radon gas is created naturally by a breakdown of uranium. Even if it’s in small amounts, this production of radon gas releases radiation. The overall decay of radioactive elements creates radon gas, which can find its way in our air, soil, and water supply.
Lower levels of radon can be found outdoors in air or rivers, while indoors higher levels are found in the air inside of buildings, homes, or well water supplies. The level of radon produced is dependent on the rock and soil composition in the area.
Radon Gas Symptoms
Since radon gas can be found inside and outside, it’s important to know what radon gas symptoms are if you think you may have been exposed. Radon can attach itself to small, microscopic dust particles which can be breathed into your lungs. Radon can be released through cracks in foundations, cracks in pipes, or in the basement or crawl space of homes where rock is exposed. Long term exposure to radon gas can infiltrate the lining of your lungs and damage the cells within. Here are a few symptoms of radon gas exposure, call The BrickKicker for testing:
- – Difficulty breathing
- – Pain/tightness in chest
- – Trouble swallowing
- – Worsening cough
- – Hoarseness
- – Wheezing
- – Coughing up blood
- – Unintentional weight loss
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