Warm Up #1 8/11/16

Importance of Geology Check out this VIDEO

Answer The Following Questions based on the video (2 pts Each) What kind of scientist discovered Rare Earth Metals? Where did they find them? What is the importance of Rare Earth Metals to today’s society? Does the study of geology impact international relations? If so how? How can the study of geology help prevent a monopoly in the market?

Answers What kind of scientist discovered Rare Earth Metals? Where did they find them? Geologist discovered rare earth metals in a mine in the Mojave desert near Las Vegas. What is the importance of Rare Earth Metals to today’s society? Rare Earth Metals are found in almost all of todays technologies including cell phones and T.V.s Does the study of geology impact international relations? If so how? Yes. China has taken a monopoly on the Rare Earth Metal market, they can drive down prices because they do not have regulations that protect the environment. Leaders in China have even stated that it is their plan to take control of the market. How can the study of geology help prevent a monopoly in the market? By studying geology, scientists can find new mines containing Rare Earth Metals, and newer cleaner ways of extracting them from the earth.