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Explain why a house built over a crawl space is likely to have less of a radon problem than a house built on a concrete slab.
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Radon is a radioactive gas that is naturally occurring in the environment. It is colorless, odorless, and tasteless, making it difficult to detect without special equipment. It is produced by the decay of uranium in soil, rock, and water. Show more…
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