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New hybrid materials separate rare earths without harsh chemicals
Rare earth elements (REEs) are essential for everyday technologies such as smartphones, LED lights, wind turbines and many medical applications.
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Researchers have developed a new hybrid material capable of separating rare earth elements without the use of harsh chemicals. This breakthrough has significant implications for the extraction and processing of rare earth elements, which are crucial components in various technologies. The separation of rare earth elements is a complex process, and the use of harsh chemicals has been a major concern due to environmental and health risks.
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