Why Might the Emission of Radon Gas Be Useful in Predicting

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Multiple Choice

Why might the emission of radon gas be useful in predicting earthquakes?

• A)Potentially active faults emit large amounts of radon.
• B)Radon gas indicates activity in the mantle, which drives plate tectonics.
• C)Fracturing of the rocks allows radon to move more readily.
• D)Radon gas causes seismic gaps.

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