radon — a naturally occurring radioactive gas that comes from the decay of uranium in rocks and soil
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a naturally occurring radioactive gas that comes from the decay of uranium in rocks and soil
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈreɪdɑːn/
Korean meaning: 암석과 토양의 우라늄 붕괴로부터 생기는 천연 방사성 기체
Korean pronunciation: 레이-단 (강세: 레이)
Example Sentences
- The home inspector found dangerous radon levels in the basement, turning the dream house into a nightmare.
- Scientists discovered that radon is like an invisible villain hiding in your basement.
- Regular radon testing is essential for maintaining a healthy indoor environment.
radon
NOUN//ˈreɪdɑːn//
a naturally occurring radioactive gas that comes from the decay of uranium in rocks and soil
Radioactive gas from underground rocks
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Rocking the cradle while radon's fading in unseen.
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Origin
1900년에 독일의 화학자가 라듐(radium)에서 방출되는 기체를 발견하고 라듐의 이름을 따서 명명했습니다. 마치 라듈라의 후손처럼 라듐에서 태어난 신비로운 기체였죠.
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“The home inspector found dangerous radon levels in the basement, turning the dream house into a nightmare.”
“Scientists discovered that radon is like an invisible villain hiding in your basement.”
“Regular radon testing is essential for maintaining a healthy indoor environment.”
“The geology student joked that radon is uranium's rebellious teenage gas that won't stay put.”
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