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A major problem associated with the milling of uranium ore is the?

a. Production of radioactive tailings
b. Contamination of those who do the milling
c. Tracking of radioactive particles to other areas, by workers
d. Disposal of the waste products

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Answer: Disposal of the waste products

No matter how uranium is extracted from rock, the procedure produces radioactive wastes. Mining waste and mill tailings can damage the environment if they are not managed appropriately.

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