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Electrokinetics advance in rare earth separation

Scientists and researchers from the Guangzhou Institute of Geochemistry have developed a new technique using electrokinetics for greener recovery of rare earth elements from weathering crusts.

The process reduces time and the amount of reagents required.

The process reduces time and the amount of reagents required.

The technique involves exerting a voltage on the top and bottom of the ion-adsorption rare earth deposits. This then creates an electric field, which stimulates the movement of REEs and water towards the...

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