Radon is formed by the radioactive decay of uranium, which is found in the soil.
Radon, a gas formed from uranium decay in the soil, is a significant risk factor for lung cancer.
| Front | Radon is formed by the radioactive decay of ___, which is present in soil. |
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| Back | uranium |
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