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Author Question: Which statement best describes radon? a. a radioactive gas emitted from the Earth's crust b. an ... (Read 119 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.


yuyiding

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

A

Answer to Question 2

B


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