Natural resources are resources that exist without any actions of humankind. This includes the sources of valued characteristics such as commercial and industrial use, aesthetic value, scientific interest, and cultural value.
These natural resources are getting scarce and we humans as a society consume them on a daily basis. The more we consume, the more we hear about how vital ores and minerals are dwindling, and as per today’s scenario, it seems sensible to assume that a few are about to disappear. After all the ads and awareness we can yet be entirely wrong and are looking at the issue incorrectly.
According to natural resources experts, many of the resources we rely upon in modern life won’t “run out” at all.
Here’s a list of some of the rare natural resources that are not dwelling any time soon.
1) Antimony
A major use of antimony is fire-proofing, though it can be used for other applications such as paint chemicals and hardening lead. The majority of antimony is produced in China.
2) Platinum Group Elements
The platinum group elements are a collective of 6 transition metals: platinum, palladium, rhodium, ruthenium, iridium, and osmium. Generally, platinum group elements can only be substituted by other platinum group elements. For example, palladium can be substituted for platinum in catalytic converters.
3) Mercury
The platinum group elements are a collective of 6 transition metals: platinum, palladium, rhodium, ruthenium, iridium, and osmium. Though platinum is well known as a coveted metal for jewelry, it also has industrial applications, such as uses within catalytic converters.
4) Tungsten
Tungsten is an essential component in the manufacturing industry, with applications ranging from drill bits to missiles. As 83% of the global supply of tungsten is concentrated in China. The unique properties of tungsten mean that there are no known substitutes for its application.
