Author/Authors :
Adinehvand، Karim نويسنده Department of Medical Radiation Engineering, Borujerd Branch, Islamic Azad University, Borujerd, IR Iran , , Sahebnasagh، Amin نويسنده Department of Medical Radiation Engineering, Science and Research Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, IR Iran , , Hashemi-Tilehnoee، Mehdi نويسنده Department of Nuclear Engineering, Aliabad Katoul Branch, Islamic Azad University, Aliabad Katoul, IR Iran ,
Abstract :
According to the world health organization, radon is a leading cause of cancer in various internal organs and should be regarded with concern. The aim of this study is to evaluate the concentration of soluble radon in the drinking water of the city of Aliabad Katoul, Iran. The radon concentration was measured by using a radon meter, SARADTM model RTM 1688-2, according to accepted standards of evaluation. The mean radon concentration in the drinking water of Aliabad Katoul is 2.90 ± 0.57 Bq/L. The radon concentration in Aliabad Katoul is below the limit for hazardous levels, but some precautions will make conditions even safer for the local populace.
