Radon measurements in and around a radiation research laboratory

Abstract

Abstract Radon was measured in different workshops of research laboratories and residential premises around them and in Islamabad. CR-39 and CN-85 polymeric track detectors were used for this purpose. The radon concentration in various workshops did not prove, in general to have any dependence upon the type of work done in these workshops. The difference in the ventilated and non ventilated residential houses was, however significant.