Crockett, R.G.M, Gillmore, G, Phillips, P.S, Denman, A.R and Groves-Kirkby, C.J (2006) 'Tidal synchronicity of built-environment radon levels in the UK.' Geophysical Research Letters, 33 (5).
Abstract
In our recent work on radon in UK homes the authors have observed tidal-periodic variations in built-environment radon levels and here report results from our ongoing investigations. These tidal variations have been quantified using a variety of analytical techniques, including a novel correlation technique developed as part of this investigation. The observed variations are cyclic at the 14–15-day tidal period and lag new/full moons by varying periods of days, the magnitude of the variation and lag being dependent on factors such as location, underlying geology and rock/soil hydration. As well as quantification and discussion of tidal effects on radon levels, the potential effects of such phenomena on the reliability of short-term radon measurements are discussed.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Divisions: | School of Sciences |
| Date Deposited: | 02 Jun 2021 20:43 |
| Last Modified: | 15 Aug 2021 09:56 |
| ISSN: | 0094-8276 |
| URI / Page ID: | https://researchspace.bathspa.ac.uk/id/eprint/14089 |
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