Green Technology: Microbes Help Refine Rare Metals with Minimal Waste
In a major breakthrough in green metallurgy, researchers have discovered a new way to refine rare earth metals without the need for high temperatures or toxic chemicals. By using metal-loving microbes, the process is both efficient and environmentally friendly. The microbes, which are naturally found in soil, are able to extract rare earth metals from ore and concentrate them into a form that can be more easily refined. This process could revolutionize the way rare earth metals are mined and processed, leading to a cleaner and more sustainable metal industry.
source: Phys.org