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New method to produce 'space magnets' without the need for rare earths
Researchers have discovered a potential new method for making high-performance magnets used in wind turbines and electric cars without the need for lead.
Rare Earth
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How do rare earth reserves in Vietnam compare to the world?
Rare earth elements are distributed widely around the world. However, rare earths are difficult and expensive to mine and refine, making them an extremely valuable resou…
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How rare are rare earths really?
The rare earth elements, a group of 17 metals, are relatively abundant in the Earth's crust but their extraction is extremely difficult.
Environment
The sunken island off the coast of Brazil is filled with rare earths
A giant ancient island now located at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean may contain huge reserves of rare earth elements and many other valuable minerals.
Science Events
Just found a rare earth 'given' mine, enough for the world to use for 1,000 years: Which country is lucky to own?
This huge rare earth mine is estimated to have reserves of up to 694 million tons. This is a rare resource and it will be very lucky for the country that owns this rare…
Scientific application
Successfully extracted rare earth element from waste
Rice University has successfully recovered rare earth elements from trash with important properties for electronics and green technology.
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Listening to an expert explaining that 'rare earth is not as rare as the name'
Rare earth elements are also known as 'chemical vitamins', where a small amount of this 'tonic' will create powerful effects in electronics.
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How much metal and rare earth does Apple need to create an iPhone?
The iPhone is made up of various metals including titanium, iron, gold and a large amount of aluminum used to make the case.
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Rare earth elements can help redefine time
In a brief second, we can do a lot of things: recognize the acquaintance, snap your fingers, feel love, sleepiness or sneezing.
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Japan discovered huge treasure, enough for hundreds of years
The study confidently affirmed that the mineral deposit above
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Afghanistan is richer than we think
Studies from the former Soviet Union and the recent US period show that Afghanistan's natural resources for minerals are trillions of dollars.
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Composition and effects of rare earth
Rare earth is a rare group of elements that have little content in the Earth's crust and are difficult to separate each element separately.
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What is rare earth means to people
With 17 precious elements, rare earth ore plays an increasingly large role for industries and the future of the world.
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Can take rare earths from the ocean
The ocean floor may become a plentiful source of rare earth, scientists claim.
Archeology
China discovered a large reserve of rare earths
Chinese geologists found large reserves of rare earth at the foot of Lao Yin Mountain in Long Ba Town, Trucxi District, Hubei Province.