Vapor intrusion

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-029497",
  "term": "Vapor intrusion",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "1. The migration of volatile chemicals from contaminated groundwater or soil into an overlying building.\n\n2. Migration of volatile chemicals from contaminated ground water or soil into an overlying building. For more information, see the discussion on this topic in the Quick Guide to Environmental Issues [http://www.epa.gov/schools/siting/basic.html#quick] section.\n\n3. The migration of vapor-forming chemicals from a subsurface source into an overlying building or structure via any opening or conduit.",
  "subject": "Health and safety",
  "references": [
    "Exposure Factors Handbook: Glossary; Exposure Factors Glossary",
    "School Siting Guidelines Glossary",
    "Sustainable and Healthy Communities StRAP 2022"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/vapor-intrusion/"
}