What are some of the problems associated with mining phosphate rock? I've read toxic elements like...

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What are some of the problems associated with mining phosphaterock? I've read toxic elements like cadmium and I believe uraniumand selenium are found in phosphate rock deposits, but would likefor somebody to confirm this with a credible source I can use in apaper. Also are these toxic elements also found in superphoshpatefertilizers? I am trying to understand the impact phosphate miningand phosphate fertilizers have on the soil and appreciate anysources and/or information relevant to the topic. Thankyou    

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