Radium

Description

Radium is a naturally occurring radioactive metal that emits alpha particles as it decays. This can lead to higher concentrations of alpha particles in water supplies.

Radium in Drinking Water

Radium also eventually decays into radon, which can also be a cause for health concerns. 

Resources

KDHE

• Radium in Private Water Wells (PDF)

U.S. Environmental Protection Agencies

• 40 CFR Parts 9, 141, and 142 National Primary Drinking Water Regulations; Radionuclides; Final Rule (PDF)
• Radionuclide Basics: Radium
• Radiation Sources and Doses

Related

• Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry
• Water Systems Council (PDF)
• Water Quality Association