Coltan (Noun)
Meaning
A valuable black mineral combining niobite and tantalite; used in cell phones and computer chips.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Coltan mining in the Congo has raised concerns about environmental damage and labor exploitation.
- The use of coltan in electronics has made it a highly sought-after mineral in the global market.
- Conflict minerals, including coltan, have been linked to funding violent rebel groups in several African countries.
- As the demand for coltan continues to rise, mining companies are under pressure to adopt more sustainable practices.
- Efforts to regulate the coltan trade aim to prevent human rights abuses and protect the environment in regions where it is mined.