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Define indoor air pollutant.
Substances found inside buildings that can harm your health.
What is asphyxiation?
Suffocation due to lack of oxygen, often caused by carbon monoxide.
Define VOCs.
Volatile Organic Compounds: Chemicals that easily evaporate into the air.
What is Sick Building Syndrome?
When indoor pollutants build up due to poor ventilation, causing health issues.
What is the danger of carbon monoxide?
It binds to blood cells faster than oxygen, causing asphyxiation.
How does Radon-222 enter homes?
Leaches through soil into basements, foundations, and well water.
What is the health risk of Radon-222?
Inhaling or ingesting radon can cause lung cancer due to internal radiation exposure.
What is the main hazard associated with asbestos?
Inhaled fibers can cause lung cancer.
What causes Sick Building Syndrome?
Indoor pollutants build up due to poor ventilation.
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.