Measurement of Radon Levels and Radiological Risk Assessment of Borehole Water in Oil-Producing Area of Ukwuani, Southern Nigeria.
A number of communities in Ukwuani Local Government Area of Delta State are known to host several crude oil companies with exploration activities ongoing and may be responsible for the presence of high radon levels in drinking water. Radon (222Rn) has emerged as a major health concern due to its radiotoxic effects and...