Radon

mountains have been engraved by glacial formations dated back to the Ice Age (~14,000 years ago). Rock falls and landslides have left hefty boulders as indication of erosion and moisture in the rocks. The hazards on this mountain range are mass wasting, radon, earthquakes, and flooding of Little Cottonwood Creek. There is an abundant amount of history buried inside the walls of Little Cottonwood Canyon. This mountain range has existed since the Ice Age which was roughly 14,000-30,000 years ago. Consequently

Cancer is a disease caused by a disease caused by an uncontrolled division of abnormal cells in a part of the body. Cancer is lead to development to certain chromosomes that change the way our cells operate. These chromosomes adjust generally when DNA is reproduces during the action of cell division. Experts are examining which hazards may cause or grant to the process of cancer. People can avert a few cancer-causing risk, for instance, sun rays, and tobacco smokes. One of the most often ways

Lung Cancer A. Controllable risk factors 1. Smoking 2. Second-hand Smoke 3. Radiation Therapy 4. Asbestos exposure B. Uncontrollable risk Factors 1. Radon exposure in the environment a. Uranium in ground water, rocks, or soil 2. Family History of lung disease III. Diagnosis A. Lung cancer can become suspected after a spot is seen on an x-ray that

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) (2014), lung cancer begins in the lungs and may spread to lymph nodes or other organs in the body. Lung cancer is categorized into two main types, but the most common type is non-small cell lung cancer. This type name is based on how the cancer cell shape looks under a microscope. Lung cancer is considered a deadly disease for both genders. According to the American Lung Association (ALA) (n.d.), in this current year, 13% of all cancer

The USEPA Toxic Inventory Sites list applies to industries that produce, store, process or import toxic chemicals above the established threshold. This list has been reviewed and indicated that the property was not on the list. A search was conducted on properties located within a mile radius and found one property located approximately ¾ of a mile from the site. NY Corp # 425873345 has been found on the list with discharge of Ammonia, in the approximate amount of 1000 pounds in 2005. This corporation

assessment, the “Home Environmental Health and Safety Tool” by Davis, was utililzed (2007). It is referred to as Appendix A. The L family reside in a 2-story single family home, built over 100 years ago, in a modest rural neighborhood. It is unknown if radon testing has been conducted. It is noted that the upper story has an exterior balcony extending the length of the house. The yard, both front and back, is well kept and without obstructions. No fence is observed. There is no exterior garage noted. A

Background: The Ottawa Radiation Areas, located in LaSalle County, Illinois, consists of 16 areas, contaminated by radioactive materials. The 16 areas are scattered throughout the city of Ottawa as well as locales outside the city. They've been added to the National Priorities List (NPL) as one site, because they are contaminated by the same wastes, involve the same potentially responsible parties (PRPs), and require cleanup activities for the same media. It's believed that the contamination originated

abundant amount of energy. On the other hand, the process of acquiring the Uranium may be more dangerous that predicted. According to Jeremy Smith, uranium mining exposes workers to radium, a highly radioactive element, which then turns into radon gas. “Radon gas… can expose workers and nearby communities to an array of health risks like lung cancer, bone cancer and lymphoma” (Smith 2011). In conclusion, although uranium gives an immense amount of energy, it would not be worth it if thousands of workers

greenhouse gases quickly filling our atmosphere, is released into the air in every step of the fracking process. It traps 86 percent more heat than carbon dioxide, increasing global warming. Radon is the second leading contributor to lung cancer, and 39 percent higher in fracking areas. 21.000 deaths from radon-induced lung cancer has been reported in the U.S. To top it off, 300,000 gallons of natural gas are produced in only one day of

While there are eight currently known planets in the solar system, there is a planet which lies between Earth and Mars that remains unknown to the humans on Earth. It is possible that this planet exists in a blind spot of Earth, prohibiting the humans from seeing it. This planet is known as Crasius, and its inhabitants are referred to as Crasiens. It is still a mystery how the moon was formed. While there are a few theories, new studies support the theory that states the moon was formed from debris