ARPANSA Radon Map of Australia
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Short Description
The radon map shows that average radon levels in homes along the Great Dividing Range are typically higher that levels in homes on the coastal plan, mainly due to differences in the nature of the underlying geology (rock and soil).
Description
This new interactive radon map displays interpolated values in census districts, for typical Australian homes. While factors such as house type, construction materials and ventilation can affect the radon levels, the effect of these factors is small relative to effects due to the local geology and soil type. Taking account of the house type, the actual radon levels in a particular home may be up to a factor of two different for that shown on the map.