Present in cell phones, electric vehicles, wind turbines, medical equipment, defense systems, and countless advanced technologies, rare earths have become strategic elements of the twenty first century. Although used in small quantities, they perform essential functions that are difficult to replace. Their importance, however, goes far beyond mining: between the discovery of a deposit and the manufacturing of a technological component lies a complex chain of knowledge, chemical processing, metallurgy, and engineering.
This book guides the reader through that entire journey — from the formation of the elements and the geological processes that concentrate them to extraction, separation, the production of advanced materials, and their applications. It also examines markets, geopolitics, environmental impacts, recycling, the circular economy, and the disputes surrounding supply security. With accessible language and technical precision, it dispels misconceptions and shows why possessing mineral resources does not necessarily mean mastering the technology.
By dedicating special attention to Brazil’s potential, the book discusses the steps needed for the country to advance from simple mineral production to an integrated, environmentally responsible, knowledge intensive industrial chain. More than chemical elements, rare earths reveal the encounter between the planet’s deep history and the economic, technological, and political choices that will shape the future.
| ISBN | 9786502400364 |
| Número de páginas | 525 |
| Edição | 1 (2026) |
| Formato | 16x23 (160x230) |
| Acabamento | Brochura c/ orelha |
| Coloração | Preto e branco |
| Tipo de papel | Offset 90g |
| Idioma | Inglês |
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