What is Radium 228?

Like radium-226, radium-228 is one of the more stable isotopes of the chemical element radium in group 2 of the periodic table. The half-life of radium-228 is 5.75 years and is among the other isotopes found in nature as a disintegration product in the radioactive decay series.

Is Radium Dangerous in Drinking Water?

Because of its emission of energy in the form of alpha particles and gamma rays, radium is a threat to living organisms. Upon its disintegration into radon, the chemical contaminant brings along a different variety of health issues.

What Removes Radium from Water?

Both ion exchange and Reverse Osmosis (RO) are effective in removing radium from water. Lime softening is another treatment method you can use to eliminate the contaminant. According to studies, at least 90 percent of the chemical element is removed with the use of either of these methods.

Can You Filter Radium Out of Water?

You can remove 95 to 98 percent of radioactive radium in your drinking water with a Reverse Osmosis system. With most water filtration systems being advanced, you can rest assured you’re safe from radium and other chemical elements that may be present in your water supply.

Is There Radium in My Water?

The only way to determine whether you have radium in your water or not is by conducting a water test. You can’t detect the presence of radium just by using your sense of smell, taste, and sight.

Does Boiling Water Remove Radium?

This water purification method does not contribute to the elimination of radium in the water. However, it does increase the concentration level of radium, which does more harm than good.

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