Environmental
Radon is a concern in Rhode Island real estate transactions. What is radon?
AA toxic pesticide used in older homes
BA naturally occurring radioactive gas that can accumulate in buildings and is a known carcinogen✓ Correct
CA type of mold that grows in high-humidity coastal homes
DAn industrial pollutant from Providence's manufacturing history
Explanation
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that forms from the decay of uranium in soil and rock. It can seep into buildings through foundation cracks and accumulate to dangerous levels. It is a known cause of lung cancer.
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