With the growing demand for rare earth elements, their distribution has become a critical asset of the global economy. Discuss the distribution of rare earth elements across the world, the uses and the environmental impact of their extraction.
Introduction
Rare earth elements are a group of 17 elements (lanthanides etc) that are widely available but called 'rare' as it is difficult to extract them
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Main Body
Growing demand for REE as :-
1. used across sectors [ex] defence, semiconductors etc
2. crucial for supply chain
3. strategically significant [ex] Yttrium used in damp manu
Distribution of REE :-
4. 90% of world's rare earth elements in China
5. India comes second with ~15% distribution for light REM
[Distribution] as critical aspect for global economy :-
(Uses)
[Environmental impact] :-
Conclusion
Rare earth elements, although crucial for multivariate reasons pose major state geopolitical & environmental threat. Need of the hour is supply chain resilience & new technology research
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Diagram
showing China's major REE mining regions
- Clear definition of REE provided upfront
- Enumerated reasons for growing demand
- Geographical distribution data included
- Use of diagram to show distribution
Annapurna Singh
Distribution of Key Natural Resources across the world
Rare Earth Elements - Global Distribution and Uses
REE Distribution, Strategic Importance, and Extraction Impact
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