New Scientist article about rare elements

OzzyAndy

Was reading new scientist magazine from last week I think and there was an excellent article about supply, uses and rarity of 13 exotic metals including things like indium. An excellent reference for those interested in this type of stuff. Unfortunately I cant scan the article because I´m overseas and the website only has a preview. And I left the magazine up in my room. Anyone read this article and care to elaborate?

Coins101

Did it say anything China controlling most (90%+) of the known rare earth elements including those used in most of our advanced weapon systems and in our battery powered cars?

OzzyAndy

Yes, did mention about China controlling most of these but said that could be good because we are forced to deal with the problem now rather than in 10 years. Wish I could scan and print whole article but would breach copyright, I'd highly recommend getting a copy of the magazine if interested, it is the cover story and has a white cover, think it is from last week.

Patches

Article from Yahoo today: Huge Rare Earth Deposits Found in Pacific

OPA

All you need to know about rare elements.

Link..exotic metals

Coins101

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Thank goodness it wasn't found right of the coast of the US. It wouldn't be touched due to the bunny huggers.

Kip

At first I thought it was an article about brains in Washington DC

Coins101

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Rare but no elements

cohodk

They are not rare at all. Just not exploited.

http://pubs.usgs.gov/sir/2010/5220/