Rhenium in the Earth’s Crust: A Comprehensive Review of Mineralogy, Geochemistry and Economic Significance
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Rhenium in the Earth’s Crust: A Comprehensive Review of Mineralogy, Geochemistry and Economic Significance
1Swapnil N. Deshmukh* and 2Abhay M. Varade
| Bulletin of Pure and Applied Sciences
Geology (Geological Science), Vol.42F, No.2, July-December 2023: P.211-218 |
| Original Research Article |
Description
Description
Rhenium in the Earth’s Crust: A Comprehensive Review of Mineralogy, Geochemistry and Economic Significance
1Swapnil N. Deshmukh* and 2Abhay M. Varade
| Author’s Affiliations:
1Post-Graduate Department of Geology, R.T.M., Nagpur University, Rao Bahadur D. Laxminarayan Campus, Law College Square, Amravati Road, Nagpur, Maharashtra 440001, India E-mail: swapnildeshmukh045@gmail.com 2Associate Professor, Post-Graduate Department of Geology R.T.M. Nagpur University, Rao Bahadur D. Laxminarayan Campus, Law College Square, Amravati Road, Nagpur, Maharashtra 440001, India E-mail: varade2010@gmail.com
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| *Corresponding Author: Mr. Swapnil N. Deshmukh, Research Scholar,Post-Graduate Department of Geology R.T.M. Nagpur University,Rao Bahadur D. Laxminarayan Campus, Law College Square, Amravati Road, Nagpur, Maharashtra 440001, India
E-mail: swapnildeshmukh045@gmail.com
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| (Received on 17.06.2023, Revised on 13.08.2023, Approved on 17.09.2023, Accepted on 05.10.2023, Published on 15.12.2023)
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Abstract
Abstract:
Rhenium, a unique and valuable metal with exceptional properties which is vital in various industrial applications, primarily found in conjunction with minerals like molybdenite and chalcopyrite, predominantly in western countries. Despite its rarity, understanding its geological distribution, geochemical characteristics, atomic structure, and behavior is essential. This paper provides a concise overview of the geological and geographical occurrences of rhenium, shedding light on its formation within both igneous and sedimentary environments. Additionally, it examines its economic significance, emphasizing its critical role in industries like aerospace, electronics, and petrochemicals due to its high-temperature resistance, corrosion resistance, and electrical conductivity enhancement. This comprehensive exploration highlights the importance of rhenium as a byproduct of mining, contributing significantly to technological advancements and innovation across various sectors.
Keywords: Rhenium, Geochemistry, Molybdenite, Chalcopyrite, Economic Implications
