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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.
New technology
Applying new battery technology makes batteries made from recycled materials efficient and long-lasting
The first battery recycling plants using new technology will open in 2022.
Space science
Here are 7 resources that we will exploit from the Moon
'Explore the Moon': from an adventure to a piece of money-making cake.
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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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Theories portray the worries about aliens
Do you know why scientists from the past to the present always poured their enthusiasm and effort to find out alien life?
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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.