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A model for radon anomalies before earthquakes, with a relatively fast increase in radon concentration at the beginning of the anomaly, is postulated. A calculation based on this model shows that a parameter can be deduced from the form of the radon anomalies, which depends on the epicentral distance of the measurement point. After adjustment of some parameters the model calculation is in good agreement with observed earthquake precursor anomalies.
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Friedmann, H. A theoretical model for change of shape of spring-water radon anomalies with epicentral distance. PAGEOPH 122, 531–544 (1984). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00874615
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