China - Minerals

Question 1

Rare earth elements

Answer 1

China is a world leader in rare earth elements - used in consumer electrics and cars - demand has increased over the years.

Question 2

Bayan Obo deposit

Answer 2

Biggest deposit in China - very inefficient and environmentally damaging to process - almost half the elements lost in production.

Question 3

China trade of REE

Answer 3

China is responsible for 71% of the production of REEs - embargo put on Japan for REEs - looked at as a serious threat by the TWO - ruled China could not put limits on its REEs.