Don't Panic Geocast

Episode 404 - "So Many Paperclips"

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Lithium, often called "white gold," is a critical resource powering modern technologies like electric vehicles (EVs), renewable energy storage, and more. This week, we explore lithium's geological formation, mining, processing, and its growing importance in the energy revolution. We also dive into exciting developments in Arkansas, which could make the U.S. a major player in domestic lithium production. Learn More: Pegmatite Geology - USGS (https://pubs.usgs.gov/pegmatite-geology) Lithium in Clays - Nature (https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-021-25989-0) Lithium Triangle Overview - Mining Technology (https://www.mining-technology.com/features/lithium-triangle/) Hard Rock Lithium Mining - Geology.com (https://geology.com/articles/lithium/) Lithium Extraction from Pegmatites - Minerals Education Coalition (https://mineralseducationcoalition.org/mining-techniques/) Brine Extraction Methods - International Energy Agency (https://www.iea.org/reports/lithium-in-mining) Clay-Based Lithium Extraction - ScienceDir