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Define indoor air pollutants.
Substances found inside buildings that can harm your health.
What is asphyxiation?
Suffocation due to a lack of oxygen.
Define VOCs.
Chemicals that easily evaporate into the air; found in many household items.
What is Sick Building Syndrome?
When indoor pollutants build up due to poor ventilation.
Define carbon monoxide (CO).
A colorless, odorless gas produced by incomplete combustion of fuels.
Define Radon-222.
A radioactive gas from the decay of uranium in the Earth's crust.
Define Asbestos.
A fire-retardant material formerly used in ceilings and insulation.
What is formaldehyde?
A common VOC found in upholstery, furniture, and carpets.
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.
How can increased ventilation improve indoor air quality?
It helps remove indoor pollutants and reduces the risk of Sick Building Syndrome.
What are the benefits of testing for radon?
Early detection allows for mitigation measures to reduce lung cancer risk.