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Earth's stratigraphic movement is associated with sediment
The latest research shows that there exists a chemical relationship of the stratigraphic layer developed after millions of years with the formation of mineral-rich sedim…
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Discover the largest reservoir on Earth
This is considered to be the largest lake of the Earth when the amount of water contained in it can be equal to the amount of water that the continents on Earth combine.
Environment
Greenland allows the exploitation of uranium and rare earth in the Arctic
Greenland parliament on October 24 voted to end a decade-long ban on the exploitation of radioactive materials such as uranium.
Environment
Iran discovered large quantities of molybdenum sediment
Iranian media reported on September 30, a large amount of molybdenum sediment with an estimated reserve of 21.7 million tons.
Environment
World copper reserves are sufficient for 100 years
Scientists have just completed a database of estimated mineral resources based on announcements from mining companies.
Environment
10 years from now there will be microbial electricity
Scientists have found that the energy produced by proteins on the surface of bacteria can be converted into electricity. This breakthrough detection could help create a…
Environment
Japan found a huge source of rare earth in the sea
Japanese researchers have found a huge source of rare earth in the Pacific Ocean, with the concentration of this precious mineral in soil 30 times higher than that of Ch…
Environment
The new catalyst cleans exhaust from diesel engines
Diesel engines today have become an indispensable part of daily life and industrial activities. From cars and trains to industrial machinery, many of these engines are u…
Environment
Humanity exploits resources beyond the capacity of the Earth
On May 15, in the report, it will be announced before the United Nations Summit on Sustainable Development (Rio + 20) in June in Brazil, the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) wa…
Environment
Hydropower stimulates artificial earthquakes
Large accumulation of water for hydroelectricity, oil and gas exploitation, and minerals can be stimulating factors that cause earthquakes.
Environment
Planting forests on coal mines
In Indonesia, an old coal mine was successfully renovated by the mineral mining company to plant forests.
Environment
The eruption mud in Ninh Thuan can be bathed
This mud can be exploited and put into use for the purpose of soaking, nursing and restoring health. Estimated reserves of mineral mud here are about 30,409 tons, exploi…
Environment
Discover an exotic beautiful geothermal well
Located in Hualapai Valley (USA), about 32 km from North Gerlach, Washoe County, Nevada. Geothermal spray well Fly Geyser was accidentally formed in 1916 during the dril…
Environment
Ba Be Lake may disappear after several decades
The washing of untreated ore is discharged directly into rivers and streams causing water pollution, leading experts to warn Ba Be Lake may disappear in a few dozen year…
Environment
Rare earth mining and risk of pollution
Due to China 's reduction in rare earth exports, many countries are forced to find other supplies. But rare earth mining also contains a lot of environmental risks.