Minerals and Metals in Your Smartphone: Infographic

More than 40 metals and rare earths are used in the manufacture of a smart phone. The following infographic shows some of those that are present in a smart phone:

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Source: Canadian Mining

The following graphics from U.S. Geological Survey shows more details on the metals including where they are mined in the world:

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Source: USGS

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