GSI discovered a lithium deposit of 5.9 million tonnes in J&K, India

GSI discovered a lithium deposit of 5.9 million tonnes in J&K, India

Pakyong, February 10: The Geological Survey of India has made a historic discovery of lithium deposits in the Salal-Haimana area of ​​Reasi district in Jammu and Kashmir. The survey has estimated 5.9 million tonnes of inferred lithium resources (G3).

The Ministry of Mines has handed over 51 mineral blocks, including lithium and gold, to the respective state governments. Of these blocks, five belong to gold, while the others are associated with commodities like potash, molybdenum, base metals and others spread across 11 states and the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu and Telangana.

What is lithium for?
Lithium is a chemical element with the symbol Li and atomic number 3. It is a soft, silver-white, highly reactive and flammable metal. Lithium is used in a variety of applications, including:

1. Batteries: Lithium is a key component in the production of lithium-ion rechargeable batteries, which are widely used in consumer electronics, electric vehicles and energy storage systems.
2. Glass and ceramics: Lithium is used as a flux in the production of glass and ceramics, helping to lower the melting temperature and viscosity of the raw materials.
3. Pharmaceuticals: Lithium salts are used in the treatment of bipolar disorder and depression.
   Aerospace: Lithium is used in the production of lightweight, high-strength alloys for use in aerospace applications.
4. Lubricants: Lithium-based grease is used as a lubricant in high-temperature, high-speed applications such as aerospace and automotive applications.
   In general, lithium is a versatile and valuable resource, with increasing demand due to its applications in a wide range of industries.

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