Rare Earth Race: A Japanese Scientist Produces an Artificial Alternative
Fastcompany.com reports that Japanese scientists have artificially produced a palladium-like metal, commonly used for catalytic converters.
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Rare Earths: Industrial Applications
Understanding the rare earth markets can be as confusing as pronouncing the various names of the metals. Made up of 17 different elements, ‘rare earths’ are not actually all that rare in the earths crust. However, the economic viability of the processing of ore make them one of the least mined substances in the world. Understanding the different elements and their uses is essential for taking advantage of this growing market.
