Estimation of Radon Concentration in Soil Samples from Cameron Highlands, Malaysia

Abstract

Concentrations of radon have been estimated in agricultural soil in Cameron Highlands in Pahang, Malaysia. CR-39 plastic track detectors are used to measure concentration of radon rate in the soil samples. Results reveal that the mean radon concentrations in agricultural soil collected from Cameron Highlands are 198.44 ± 59.44 Bq m-3. These concentrations are below than the action levels of 200-600 Bq m-3 as recommended by ICRP. According to the results, the areas of study are safe and do not pose health risks to the population in those areas, and thus the soil can be used for construction materials.