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Published on: April 12, 2017
Radon exhalation from Libyan soil samples measured with the SSNTD technique.
A F Saad1, R M Abdallah, N A Hussein
1Physics Department, Faculty of Science, University of Benghazi, Benghazi, Libya. abdallahsaad56@hotmail.com
Summary
Radon levels in Libyan soil were measured. While mostly normal, some areas in Al-Marj and Benghazi showed higher radon concentrations and emanation, potentially impacting indoor air quality.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Radiation Physics
- Geochemistry
Background:
- Radon (Rn) is a naturally occurring radioactive gas.
- Indoor radon exposure is a significant health concern.
- Understanding soil radon levels is crucial for assessing potential indoor exposure.
Purpose of the Study:
- To measure radon concentrations in soil samples from Benghazi and Al-Marj, Libya.
- To determine radon exhalation rates, radium content, and potential annual effective doses.
- To assess the risk of indoor radon exposure in these regions.
Main Methods:
- Utilized the sealed-can technique for radon measurement.
- Employed CR-39 solid-state nuclear track detectors (SSNTDs).
- Calculated mass and areal radon exhalation rates and radium content.
Main Results:
- Soil samples from Benghazi and Al-Marj were analyzed.
- Most samples showed normal radon concentrations and exhalation rates.
- Elevated radon levels and emanation were observed in some samples from Al-Marj and one from Benghazi.
Conclusions:
- Radon levels in northeastern Libya are generally within normal ranges.
- Specific locations in Al-Marj and Benghazi require further investigation due to higher radon findings.
- Findings contribute to understanding regional radon risk and inform potential mitigation strategies.
