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    The document discusses various indoor air pollutants including their sources, health effects, and potential solutions. Radon occurs naturally from the decay of uranium in soil and can seep into homes, posing lung cancer risks. Mold grows in damp areas and can cause respiratory issues. Formaldehyde is found in many building materials and household products and is a possible carcinogen. Lead exposure from dust or drinking water can impact the nervous system. Asbestos was used in insulation and construction but causes lung diseases. Pesticides, cleaning chemicals, and synthetic fragrances can also affect indoor air quality and health. Sustainable replacements or sealing cracks/adding ventilation systems may help address some pollutant risks.

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    The document discusses various indoor air pollutants including their sources, health effects, and potential solutions. Radon occurs naturally from the decay of uranium in soil and can seep into homes, posing lung cancer risks. Mold grows in damp areas and can cause respiratory issues. Formaldehyde is found in many building materials and household products and is a possible carcinogen. Lead exposure from dust or drinking water can impact the nervous system. Asbestos was used in insulation and construction but causes lung diseases. Pesticides, cleaning chemicals, and synthetic fragrances can also affect indoor air quality and health. Sustainable replacements or sealing cracks/adding ventilation systems may help address some pollutant risks.

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    Sci275 r7 Indoor Air Pollution

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    The document discusses various indoor air pollutants including their sources, health effects, and potential solutions. Radon occurs naturally from the decay of uranium in soil and can seep into homes, posing lung cancer risks. Mold grows in damp areas and can cause respiratory issues. Formaldehyde is found in many building materials and household products and is a possible carcinogen. Lead exposure from dust or drinking water can impact the nervous system. Asbestos was used in insulation and construction but causes lung diseases. Pesticides, cleaning chemicals, and synthetic fragrances can also affect indoor air quality and health. Sustainable replacements or sealing cracks/adding ventilation systems may help address some pollutant risks.

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    Indoor Air Pollution

    SCI/275 Version 7
    1
    Associate Level Material
    Indoor Air Pollution
    Resources: Chapter 19 of Environmental Science and the EPA web site, Introduction to Air Qualit!"
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    Complete the followin& chart$
    Pollutant Sources Health
    effects
    Is Your Risk
    Leel
    !ccepta"le#
    Solutions Sustaina"le
    Replacements$
    %hen
    appropriate
    Radon
    )atural deca of
    uranium found in
    almost all soils"
    #adon lea*s into
    homes throu&h
    walls, floors, and
    water"
    +un&
    cancer
    un*nown Seal crac*s and
    build vent
    sstem"
    )ot applicable
    Mold
    Formaldehyde
    Lead
    Asbestos
    Pesticides
    Sodium
    Hypochlorite
    Pthalates
    Synthetic
    Fragrances
    (Petrochemicals,
    Di-ethyl
    phthalate,
    Benzyl butyl
    phthalate, etc.)
    Copri&ht , -.1- b /niversit of Phoeni0" All ri&hts reserved"

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