Abstract
The study aims to investigate the effects of Burdur (Turkey) marble on human health by interpreting their radioactivity concentration (226Ra, 232Th, and 40K), radiological hazard parameters, chemical concentration, physical properties, and all data related to these features by using multivariate statistical methods. Chemical and radionuclide analyses were performed on marble samples. The data were interpreted by statistical analysis. According to the regression model, an increase in the concentration of vanadium carried to the environment by hydrothermal waters causes a 4.452-fold higher concentration of 226Ra. The R2 value of the model was 0.64 and it was statistically significant. The maximum concentration of 226Ra in Isparta Davraz Beige sample (M7) exceeded the values of some countries’ standards. Except for M7, the analyzed sorts of marble can be used safely in dwellings and public buildings.
Highlights
People prefer natural products instead of fabricated ones for a healthier life
It is known that all building materials contain different rates of natural radioactivity
Many scientific studies state that 226 Ra, 232 Th, and 40 K, which are among the radionuclides, should be taken into consideration and their specific activity doses and effects should be measurable [2]
Summary
People prefer natural products instead of fabricated ones for a healthier life. Marble is the most important and widely used building material obtained from natural resources. The use of marble as a building material has gained importance in the national and international arena. It is known that all building materials contain different rates of natural radioactivity. Some marbles may have naturally occurring radioactive materials (NORM) originating from the Earth’s crust. People who come into contact with this kind of the marble may be exposed to ionizing radiation. The detection of ionizing radiation activities affecting the cells on the bone surface and bone marrow is important for the protection of human health [1]. Many scientific studies state that 226 Ra (radium), 232 Th (thorium), and 40 K (potassium), which are among the radionuclides, should be taken into consideration and their specific activity doses and effects should be measurable [2]
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