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Radon (Rn) — Properties, Uses & Safety

☢️ Radioactive & Nuclear

Overview

A naturally occurring radioactive noble gas produced by uranium decay; the second leading cause of lung cancer.

IUPAC Name
radon
CAS Number
10043-92-2
PubChem CID
24857
Molecular Formula
Rn
Molar Mass
222 g/mol
State at STP
gas
Appearance
Colorless, odorless radioactive gas

Safety Information

GHS Hazard Codes

H280

GHS Pictograms

radiationgas-cylinder

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