Question 5GS3GS1

What are Rare Earth Elements (REEs)? Discuss the multi-dimensional implications of uneven distribution of REEs in the world.

Introduction

Rare earth elements are naturally found minerals are elements representing 15 elements of lanthanides, along with Scandium and Yttrium.

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Main Body

Rare earth elements are naturally found minerals are elements representing 15 elements of lanthanides, along with Scandium and Yttrium.

Distribution of REEs:

1Located in China - 60% of REEs in China

2lack of reserves in Africa in turn of REEs

3lack of equal distribution in Latin america

Implications of uneven distribution:

1Geopolitical - Weaponization of supply chain - China's weaponisation at technological strategy.

2Economic - (I) Import-dependent (II) India dependent on China bulk and trade deficit

3Technology & lack of equal advancement during to new class of House and talented.

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(I) TRUST, iCET etc (II) Restoring and exploration (Uses: Indian Architecture of REEs there significant in supply chain.

Impart in supply chain.

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Diagram

Global distribution map showing Turkey, Russia, China (60% of REEs), and India (5% of REEs with field)

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Dev Dudeja

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Topic

Distribution of Key Natural Resources across the world

Rare Earth Elements

Global distribution and implications

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