Distribution of Radon Concentrations in Active and Inactive Underground Mines: A Literature Review
Radon (Rn), a natural colorless, odorless, noble radioactive gas, with a half-life of 3.8 days, is an important source of natural ionizing radiation. It originates from the initial concentrations of uranium and its transmuted daughters in rocks, soil, and finally, waters and tends to be concentrated...
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MDPI AG
2021-11-01
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2673-4605/5/1/38 |