Variation of activity concentration of radon decay products in the Curonian Spit

Research on the Curonian Spit reveals significant variations in radon decay products' activity concentration, influenced by meteorological factors. Activity levels ranged from 2 to 16 Bq/m³, with day-night differences of up to sevenfold. A strong negative correlation (–0.77) was found between these concentrations and temperature, while a positive correlation (0.8) existed with relative humidity. Wind speed, direction, and the rare phenomenon of periodic breeze also played a role in these variations. The study highlights the Curonian Spit's unique environmental dynamics, offering insights into how meteorological parameters shape radon decay product levels in coastal regions.

Jasaitis, D., Daunaravičienė, A., & Girgždys, A. (2013). Variation of activity concentration of radon decay products in the Curonian Spit. Ekologija, 58(4). https://doi.org/10.6001/ekologija.v58i4.2609