Question Q.15GS3UNKNOWN
Rare Earths Elements (REE) are considered as 'Vitamins of Modern Industry'. In this context, bring out the multi-dimensional implications of uneven distribution of REE in the world.
Introduction
Rare-earth elements are those whose extraction and exploration is very difficult, even though they are abundant in the earth's crust. They are called 'vitamins of Modern Industry'.
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Main Body
Reasons for calling vitamins of Modern Industry
1It helps in advancing the newer way of technology and bringing less dependency on traditional elements. Examples: Lithium, Vanadium, Magnesium and Erbium
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Answer continues on next page
- Clear definition of REE with their key characteristic (difficult extraction despite abundance)
- Direct explanation of why they are called 'vitamins'
- Specific element examples provided
- Proper introduction connecting paradox of abundance and difficulty
Topper
Aniket Ranjan
AIR 482025
Subject & Paper
GS3UNKNOWN
Topic
Rare Earth Elements
Definition and importance of REE
Reasons for calling REE 'vitamins of modern industry'
Writing Stats
57
Total words
2
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