Author(s):
1. Zoran Ćurguz, Saobraćajni fakultet Doboj, Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina
2. Dragoljub Mirjanić, Akademija nauka i umjetnosti Republike Srpske, Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Abstract:
Radon research in the Republic of Srpska has been ongoing for the past 15 years and there are already significant results that can predict trends in indoor radon concentrations in cities in the Republic of Srpska. The connection between the geological composition of the soil and radon concentrations has shown a high degree of correlation, according to previous research. This paper describes radon concentrations in correlation with the geological composition of the soil in six cities. Areas with Neogene sediments showed very low levels of radon concentrations below 300 Bq/m3, while areas where limestone and dolomite rocks are present are highly karstified - they form underground cavities, pits, sinkholes, caves that are suitable for radon deposition, and thus the measured concentrations in some places are up to 15 times higher than the recommended levels of 300 Bq/m3.

Key words:
Radon,radon concentration,soil geology

Thematic field:
SYMPOSIUM D - Environmental and sustainable materials

Date of abstract submission:
31.07.2025.

Conference:
Contemporary Materials 2025 - Savremeni Materijali

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