Friday , 8 November 2024

Other Metals

Rare Earth Elements: Where in the World Are They?

Rare earth elements are a group of metals that are critical ingredients for a greener economy, and the location of the reserves for mining are increasingly important and valuable. This infographic features data from the United States Geological Society (USGS) which reveals the countries with the largest known reserves of rare earth elements (REEs).

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What’s the Best Choice Between Gold, Silver & Platinum?

Precious metals are looking like a great alternative these days given all the uncertainty - trade war, high corporate debt, high federal debt, possible negative interest rates, etc. - that exist in the economic environment out there. This article analyzes which metals to choose. The typical choices are gold, silver, and platinum.

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Where Do Diamonds Come From? (+4K Views)

Demand for diamond jewelry sales has tripled in the past 25 years yet most people don't know much about where diamonds come from. This infographic will change all that. Take a look and get informed in a matter of minutes.

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These Minerals Are Critical to U.S. Economic & National Security (+2K Views)

What do cobalt, uranium, helium, titanium, and fluorspar have in common? According to the U.S. government, these are all minerals that are deemed critical to both the economic and national security of the country. The list of 35 minerals (listed below) includes those that are important for defense, economic, and industrial purposes – and it keys in especially on minerals that are not produced in substantial quantities domestically.

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