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rare earth

/ˈreər ɜːrθ/

Traduction: Ensemble de dix-sept éléments métalliques du tableau périodique, comprenant le scandium, l'yttrium et les quinze lanthanides, essentiels aux technologies modernes telles que l'électronique, les aimants et les systèmes d'énergie renouvelable.

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  • frEnsemble de dix-sept éléments métalliques du tableau périodique, comprenant le scandium, l'yttrium et les quinze lanthanides, essentiels aux technologies modernes telles que l'électronique, les aimants et les systèmes d'énergie renouvelable.

A set of seventeen metallic elements in the periodic table, including scandium, yttrium, and the fifteen lanthanides, which are essential for modern technologies such as electronics, magnets, and renewable energy systems.

  1. Chemical elementsC1formal

    A set of seventeen metallic elements in the periodic table, including scandium, yttrium, and the fifteen lanthanides, which are essential for modern technology.

    frterres rares

    • Rare earth elements are crucial for manufacturing smartphones and electric vehicle batteries.
    • China dominates the global supply of rare earth minerals.
    • Scientists are researching new methods to recycle rare earth metals.
  2. Geological depositsC1formal

    Naturally occurring mineral deposits containing rare earth elements, often found in specific geological formations.

    frterres rares

    • The company discovered a large rare earth deposit in Greenland.
    • Mining rare earth deposits requires advanced extraction techniques.
    • Environmental concerns surround the processing of rare earth ores.