Lithium-bearing Minerals
Lithium-bearing minerals are natural resources that contain lithium, a lightweight metal essential for various applications, especially in batteries for electric vehicles and portable electronics. Common lithium-bearing minerals include spodumene, lepidolite, and petalite. These minerals are typically found in pegmatite formations and are mined for their lithium content.
The extraction of lithium from these minerals involves processes such as crushing, grinding, and chemical treatment to separate lithium from other elements. As demand for lithium continues to rise due to the growth of renewable energy technologies, the mining and processing of lithium-bearing minerals have become increasingly important in the global market.