NORM (Radioactivity)
The regulatory classification for materials containing small amounts of Uranium or Thorium found in rare earth mining.
Radiation
Monazite: The Radioactive Energy Sand
Monazite is a phosphate mineral found in coastal sands. While rich in rare earths, its high thorium content presents unique processing challenges.
Allanite: The Epidote Group Source
Allanite is a common source of rare earths and thorium, often found in metamorphic rocks, though its complex structure makes processing difficult.