Lowell Institute for Mineral Resources: Minerals and Electronics

From clocks, to microwaves, to smartphones, most of us use electronics every day.

It takes many different mineral resources to make an electronic device. From copper used in wires to carry electricity to gold used to keep electrical contacts corrosion free. The different properties of mineral resources make them useful for different tasks. Today we will explore the metal that holds it all together.

Minerals Make It is a video series where 3rd through 7th graders can explore how we use minerals in our daily lives and where we get those mineral from.

Learn more about minerals in our lives at https://minerals.arizona.edu/engagement.

The University of Arizona

Science Topics

Advanced Manufacturing, Geology

K-6, Middle School

3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade

Electricity, Minerals

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The University of Arizona, Lowell Institute for Mineral Resources

Everyone should have an opportunity to learn how we use minerals in our lives and where they come from, what modern mining really is and which professional opportunities it offers. Our outreach programs provide resources and programming for K-12 and college-level groups to discover the exciting world of mineral resources.

Lowell Institute for Mineral Resources: Minerals and Electronics

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