Analysis of Seasonal Variation of Indoor Radon Concentration in Dwellings in Mitrovica, Kosova
Journal Title: Universal Journal of Environmental Research and Technology - Year 2011, Vol 1, Issue 2
Abstract
The seasonal variation analysis of indoor radon concentration has been carried out in selected public buildings in Mitrovica. Measurements were performed with Continuous Radon Monitor Model CRM-510. Mitrovica has been chosen for this study since it is a post-industrial town in which many former industrial objects are been used for other public purposes. According to the findings of this study the estimated annual average indoor radon concentration in the houses surveyed depend on season and ranges from 184.3 Bqm−3 to 299.4 Bqm−3. Nevertheless, in particular, higher values of radon concentration have been found in Battery Factory which range from 450.4 Bqm−3 to 660.2 Bqm−3. The season/annual ratios for different type of dwellings varied from 1.01 to 1.9. The mean annual estimated effective dose received by the residents of the studied locations was estimated to be 1.60 mSvy-1. to 4.01 mSvy−1. The annual estimated effective dose is close to the recommended action level.
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Besim Xhafa, Theodhor Karaja, Sadik Bekteshi, Skender Kabashi and Gezim Hodolli
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