Environmental
What is radon, and why is it a concern in Delaware real estate?
AA toxic chemical used in old paint, now banned
BA naturally occurring radioactive gas that can accumulate in buildings and cause lung cancer✓ Correct
CA form of mold found in coastal properties
DA pesticide residue commonly found in agricultural areas
Explanation
Radon is a naturally occurring, colorless, odorless radioactive gas produced by the decay of uranium in soil and rock. It can accumulate in buildings and is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S.
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