China carries out in-depth investigation of Turkey’s largest rare earth deposit

What happened: Chinese researchers mapped the geological evolution of Turkey's Kizilcaoren deposit, the country's most significant known rare earth reserve. Why it matters: The researchers concluded the site is unlikely to become a major global alternative to existing producers any time soon, dampening expectations over its commercial potential.

Chinese researchers mapped the geological evolution of Turkey's Kizilcaoren deposit, the country's most significant known rare earth reserve.

The researchers concluded the site is unlikely to become a major global alternative to existing producers any time soon, dampening expectations over its commercial potential.