In this chapter, the global production of the rare earths is discussed, expected shortages and surpluses for certain rare earths (the "balance problem") are indicated, and it is explained how China came to be the largest producer of rare earth elements in the world. Of course, the so-called Rare Earth Crisis of 2009-2013 is also addressed.
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Voncken, J. H. L. (2016). Economic Aspects of the Rare Earths (pp. 107–114). https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-26809-5_6
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