Critical Minerals

2. A metal that helps batteries last longer and makes stainless steel strong.
7. A group of minerals used to make strong magnets in speakers and wind turbines.
11. An energy‑storage mineral important for renewable energy batteries.
12. This mineral makes steel tougher without making it heavy.
15. A metal that makes alloys strong but flexible.
16. This mineral is used to make materials fire‑resistant.
19. This mineral helps make steel very strong and is also used in batteries.

1. A lightweight metal that burns with a bright white flame.
3. This mineral powers most rechargeable batteries in phones and laptops.
4. A mineral used in ceramic tiles and able to handle extreme heat.
5. A mineral added to steel to stop it from rusting.
6. This mineral helps keep batteries safe and stop them overheating.
8. The key material used in computer chips and solar panels.
9. A strong, rust‑resistant metal used in aircraft and medical implants.
10. This rare earth metal is used to make very strong magnets for headphones.
13. A metal that carries electricity through wires in your home.
14. Used in tiny electronic parts inside smartphones and laptops.
17. This metal has the highest melting point of any metal.
18. This lightweight metal is used in cans, fridges, and aeroplanes.
20. The same material used in pencils is also used in batteries.