THORON (ELEMENT)
\θˈɔːɹɒn ˈɛlɪmənt], \θˈɔːɹɒn ˈɛlɪmənt], \θ_ˈɔː_ɹ_ɒ_n__ ˈɛ_l_ɪ_m_ə_n_t]\
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Radon. A naturally radioactive element with atomic symbol Rn, atomic number 86, and atomic weight 222. It is a member of the noble gas family and released during the decay of radium and found in soil. There is a link between exposure to radon and lung cancer.
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tinctura quininae ammoniata
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