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How can increased ventilation improve indoor air quality?
It helps remove indoor pollutants and reduces the risk of Sick Building Syndrome.
What are the benefits of testing for radon?
Early detection allows for mitigation measures to reduce lung cancer risk.
Why is carbon monoxide dangerous?
It binds to blood cells faster than oxygen, causing asphyxiation.
How does Radon-222 enter homes?
It leaches through soil into basements, foundations, and well water.
What is the primary health risk associated with Radon-222?
Lung cancer due to internal radiation exposure.
What makes VOCs a concern as indoor air pollutants?
They easily evaporate into the air and are found in many household items, causing various health effects.
Why is asbestos a health hazard?
Inhaled fibers can cause lung cancer.
What causes Sick Building Syndrome?
Indoor pollutants build up due to poor ventilation.
Why is proper ventilation important?
It prevents the buildup of indoor air pollutants and reduces the risk of Sick Building Syndrome.
What is the effect of incomplete combustion of fuels?
Production of carbon monoxide, which can cause asphyxiation.
What is the effect of inhaling asbestos fibers?
Increased risk of lung cancer.
What is the effect of poor ventilation in buildings?
Buildup of indoor pollutants, leading to Sick Building Syndrome.
What is the effect of radon exposure?
Increased risk of lung cancer.