Microorganisms Accelerate REE Mineralization in Supergene Environments
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DOI: 10.1128/aem.00632-22
Abstract: Understanding the role of microorganisms in the formation of regolith-hosted rare earth element (REE) deposits is beneficial for improving the metallogenic theory and deposit exploitation, given that such deposits absolutely exist in subtropical regions with… read more here.
Keywords: microbial community; ree deposits; deposit; ree mineralization ... See more keywords
Controls on the Dynamics of Rare Earth Elements During Subtropical Hillslope Processes and Formation of Regolith-Hosted Deposits
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DOI: 10.5382/econgeo.4727
Abstract: Subtropical weathering of granitic catchments in South China has led to the formation of numerous giant regolith-hosted rare earth element (REE) deposits that currently account for more than 15% of global REE production and more… read more here.
Keywords: south china; regolith hosted; rare earth; erosion ... See more keywords