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What is the effect of incomplete combustion of fuels indoors?
Production of carbon monoxide, leading to potential asphyxiation.
What is the effect of radon exposure?
Increased risk of lung cancer due to radioactive decay.
What is the effect of VOC exposure?
Respiratory irritation, headaches, and other health problems.
What is the effect of asbestos exposure?
Increased risk of lung cancer and other respiratory diseases.
What is the effect of poor ventilation in buildings?
Build-up of indoor air pollutants, leading to Sick Building Syndrome.
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 effect of incomplete combustion of fuels?
Production of carbon monoxide, which can cause asphyxiation.
What is the effect of inhaling asbestos fibers?
Increased risk of lung cancer.
What is the effect of poor ventilation in buildings?
Buildup of indoor pollutants, leading to Sick Building Syndrome.
What is the effect of radon exposure?
Increased risk of lung cancer.