CamInd α-Rn: A PHYSICAL SIMULATOR FOR IN VIVO USE

CamInd α-Rn: A PHYSICAL SIMULATOR FOR IN VIVO USE

Radon, a natural alpha-emitting radioactive gas, predominantly comprises the isotope 222Rn from the 238U series, accounting for 54% of the natural dose in homes. This study developed a radon simulator for enhanced indoor monitoring, using a high-uranium-content source, achieving average radon concen...

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Main Authors: Cassya R. P. Guimarães, José A. dos Santos Júnior, Eduardo E. N. de Araújo, Romilton S. Amaral, Isvânia M. S. S. Lopes, Artur P. Coutinho, Josineide M. N. Santos, Zahily H. Fernández, Mariana B. C. F. Bezerra, Yasmin M. dos Santos, Andrey J. I. A. R. Azevedo, João Tadeu S. Santana
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Sociedade Brasileira de Química 2025-05-01
Series:Química Nova
Subjects:
dosimetry
ionizing radiation
radioecology
radionuclide
radon
Online Access:http://www.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S0100-40422025000500307&lng=en&tlng=en
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Summary:Radon, a natural alpha-emitting radioactive gas, predominantly comprises the isotope 222Rn from the 238U series, accounting for 54% of the natural dose in homes. This study developed a radon simulator for enhanced indoor monitoring, using a high-uranium-content source, achieving average radon concentrations of 3,200 ± 324 and 4,654 ± 467 Bq m-3 with passive and active methods, respectively. The simulator facilitated expanded research, in vivo monitoring, and meter certification, offering a cost-effective tool to manage the health impacts of radon and promote radiation safety standards.
ISSN:1678-7064

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