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US scientists develop non-destructive method to detect rare-earth elements in plants
Updated On: 21 April, 2026 08:37 AM IST | New York | Agencies
US researchers have developed a non-destructive technique to detect rare-earth elements in plants, potentially reshaping how critical materials used in modern technology are sourced. The innovation could help reduce dependence on imports and improve resource identification
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This technique uses light on plant tissues. PIC COURTESY/NSCU
US researchers have developed a technique to measure rare-earth elements in plants without destroying them.
This could play a key role in transforming how the world sources critical materials used in modern technologies.
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