Measurements of Radon- 222 concentrations in dwellings of kirkuk city, Iraq.

Abstract

Inhalation of indoor has been recognized as one of The health hazards . Building materials, natural gas and underground – derived water supply are considered The major sources of indoor radon and its Daughters . In This work a set of radon measurements was carried out, using CR-39 solid state nuclear track detector , in different compartments of dwelling in kirkuk built of The same type of building materials . The results showed that Bathrooms and cellar have higher radon concentrations levels compared with living rooms ,bedroom, kitchen room and the out door levels. The results were within universally permitted levels .