Application of mineral resources in medical field

ABSTRACT

After the outbreak of the new Covid-19 pandemic, the antibacterial and antiviral properties of minerals have never been considered as a main concern or needed by humanity. The American Mining Association has repeatedly stated that minerals and metals are vital to the field of modern medicine, and the key to the medical innovations nowadays. They are also the basis of life-saving medical equipment and medicines on which doctors and patients are relied every day. This study mainly introduces the application of rare earth elements, graphene coatings and copper in the prevention and control of pandemic and other medical fields. © Geology Resource Management and Sustainable Development.All right reserved.