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Which country is supplier of majority of mined Cobalt, which is used in cathodes for lithium-ion batteries used in cell phones and Electric vehicles?
A)
Sudan
B)
China
C)
Kazhakiistan
D)
Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)

Correct Answer : Option (D) - Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)


Cobalt is a critical element for not only cell phones but also electric vehicles that might be good for the environment. Roughly 60% of mined cobalt is sourced from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Its continued availability is becoming an issue due to political environment of DRC.

Published On : July 16, 2021
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