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Author Question: Which statement best describes radon? a. a radioactive gas emitted from the Earth's crust b. an ... (Read 130 times)

yoroshambo

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on: Jul 11, 2018
Which statement best describes radon?
 a. a radioactive gas emitted from the Earth's crust
  b. an odorless, colorless gas that is a major source of pollution
  c. carbon-based source of energy derived form the deposits in the Earth
  d. an extremely reactive form of oxygen that is a major constituent of smog

Question 2

Common conditions that lead to lead poisoning include all of the following except:
 a. older homes with dilapidated lead paint.
  b. eating paint chips that contain lead.
  c. ingestion of household dust that contains lead.
  d. drinking water that has passed through corroded plumbing.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

B


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