Ancient process that created rare earth elements discovered — and it could help us locate desperately needed deposits
Ancient process that created rare earth elements discovered — and it could help us locate desperately needed deposits
GEOLOGY
 Apr 23 2026    13:48 PM
 
 
A new study suggests rare earth elements form in magma above ancient subduction zones, as that magma reacts with substances that are released when one tectonic plate dives beneath another.   Read More
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