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A pilot project in Florida has drawn attention for its plan to incorporate a mildly radioactive industrial byproduct into road construction. The material, a leftover from fertilizer production, has long been controversial because of safety and environmental questions.
Supporters argue the trial could offer a practical use for a substance that otherwise accumulates in storage, while critics remain wary about long-term risks. The program is being closely watched as officials weigh whether the approach is safe and viable.
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