Harmful Pollutants In Our Homes
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When most people think of air pollution they picture big cities and factories with billowing clouds of smoke. Identifying and avoiding air pollution is a little more complex than finding a giant dark smog cloud and avoiding it. Studies have shown that the air outside is in many ways safer than the air in our homes. Air pollutants are not always visible and many times there is no way to identify or locate them unless you perform the proper tests. Just like a ponds water can look clean but you still should not drink it, the air you breathe in your home or at work may look clear but it could still contain dangerous or even deadly pollutants.
Everyone knows that radioactivity is bad. Just that word radioactive conjures up images or mutant science fiction creatures roaming the earth seeking revenge against those responsible for their mutation. The thing most people do not know is that they could have a radioactive gas in their home. Radon gas is commonly found in homes across the United States. The production of the gas is unavoidable. It rises out of the ground as part of a natural process that takes place under the earth's surface. When the gas is released into the air outside it quickly dissipates and presents no harm to humans, however when the gas makes its way into your home and is trapped the levels can rise and become deadly. Exposure to radon gases have been linked to several cases of cancer.
Nearly everyone living in the United States is required by law to install a smoke detector in their home. These devices have been proven to save lives. Another detector you should install that is often sold in combination with smoke detectors is a carbon monoxide detector. Carbon Monoxide is a better match for the hemoglobin in our blood so when it is present is attaches to these oxygen carrying cells and depletes the supply of oxygen in our bodies.
Since our bodies can not survive without oxygen this is an extremely deadly gas. Humans can neither see nor smell this silent killer and that makes it all the more dangerous. Another dioxide that can pollute our homes is carbon dioxide. This gas is not deadly but it can cause irritation and lethargy. Simply installing an air filtration system, buying a few house plants, or opening a window will help prevent carbon dioxide from building up in your home.
Particulate matter is the most diverse and most common pollutant found in peoples living environments. The definition of a particulate is anything in the air other than oxygen. Some particulates are less harmful than others. Common dust from construction sites can cause irritation but is rarely deadly. When dangerous compounds combine with dust and other harmless particles that is when problems arise. Materials used in older home construction are a constant concern for the people who own these homes. Anytime you are going to do a renovation be sure you wear the proper safety equipment and perform tests to check for dangerous substances.
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