Radon

Views Updated: Dec 15, 2025

Key Facts

Abbreviation
Rn
Pronunciation
/ˈreɪˌdɑn/
Category
Academic & Science
Related Field
Chemistry

Examples in Context

  1. Radon(Rn) is known to be harmful to humans in large quantities
  2. There is an acknowledged risk of lung cancer from radon.
  3. Avoid environmental hazards such as radon, asbestos and air pollution.
  4. A radioactive, inert, gaseous isotope of radon, with a half-life of3.92 seconds.
  5. The radioactive dust will contribute to higher levels of uranium and radon.