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Radon is a radioactive noble gas with the symbol Rn and atomic number 86. It is colorless odorless and tasteless. It forms naturally through the decay of uranium and thorium minerals in the Earths crust. It remains in the air for a short time and poses health risks when inhaled. History Radon was discovered in the early 1900s. Its name is derived from the word radio indicating its radioactive properties. Scientists have been studying the effects of radon on human health and the environment for m