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Radon Exposure from Granite: Debunking Health Concerns

Posted by Amanda Pittsley on Oct 1, 2019 8:00:00 AM

Like all stone, granite contains trace amounts of radium, which decays over time into a naturally-occurring gas called radon, emitting low levels of radiation. Stone quarry workers are surrounded by massive amounts of granite on a daily basis. Should they be concerned about their health? Should homeowners be concerned about the granite inside their homes?

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Topics: Granite, Radon

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