Rare minerals found in waters near Japanese island

The video discusses a significant discovery of rare earth minerals near Nishinoshima Island, southeast of Japan. Research indicates the sea floor contains 16 million tons of rare earth oxides, which are crucial for technology and economy. These minerals are essential components in devices like smartphones and electric cars. The discovery could potentially meet decades of global demand for specific rare earth elements, highlighting its economic and technological importance.

What is the estimated amount of rare earth oxides found near Nishinoshima Island?

How many kinds of rare earth minerals are mentioned in the research?

What are some of the technological applications of rare earth minerals?

What is the significance of the rare earth minerals found in terms of global supply?

According to the study, how many years of demand for yttrium can the find meet?