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EXHIBIT D
<br /> (G) Identify The Primary and Secondary Commodities to Be Mined/Extracted
<br /> Table D.(G).1,Primary and Secondary Commodities,provides a comprehensive list of the primary and secondary
<br /> commodities intended for extraction at the West Side Placer. Critical minerals,as specified by the U.S. Geological
<br /> Survey(USGS),are highlighted within this list due to their strategic importance to national security,economic stability,
<br /> and technological advancement.These minerals are essential in the production of high-tech devices,renewable energy
<br /> technologies,and advanced defense systems. The designation of these minerals as"critical'underscores their limited
<br /> domestic availability and vulnerability to supply chain disruptions,making them a priority for responsible and sustainable
<br /> extraction.
<br /> The inclusion of critical minerals in this project aligns with federal initiatives to bolster domestic supply,reducing
<br /> dependence on foreign sources and ensuring a stable resource base for key industries.
<br /> TABLE D.(G).1 PRIMARY AND SECONDARY COMMODITIES- 1 of 3
<br /> Category Product o Applications
<br /> Primary Gold(Au) Au a Jewelry:Gold's primary use is in jewelry-making due to its aesthetic appeal,resistance to No
<br /> tarnishing,and ability to be crafted into intricate designs.It has been used for centuries as a
<br /> Gold,known for its rarity, material for jewelry and ornamental objects.
<br /> malleability,ductility,and a Finance and Investments:Gold is a significant financial asset,often used as a form of currency,
<br /> resistance to corrosion. in investment portfolios,and as a hedge against inflation and currency devaluation.Many
<br /> central banks hold substantial gold reserves.
<br /> • Electronics:Gold's excellent conductivity and resistance to corrosion make it valuable in
<br /> electronic components,such as connectors,switches,and relay contacts.It's used in cell
<br /> phones,calculators,GPS units,and large servers,among other devices.
<br /> • Dentistry:Gold alloys are used in dentistry for fillings,crowns,bridges,and orthodontic
<br /> appliances.Gold is bio-compatible,easy to work with,and provides a long-lasting dental
<br /> restoration.
<br /> • Medicine:Gold compounds are used in some medical treatments,such as injections to treat
<br /> rheumatoid arthritis.Gold's bio-compatibility also makes it suitable for implants and other
<br /> medical devices.
<br /> • Aerospace:Due to its ability to conduct heat and electricity and resist corrosion and radiation,
<br /> gold is used in spacecraft and satellites.Gold coated parts reflect infrared radiation and
<br /> stabilize core temperatures of spacecraft.
<br /> Primary Monazite (Ce,La,Nd,Th) a Source of Rare Earth Elements:Monazite is primarily valued for its concentration of rare earth Yes
<br /> (PO4,SiO4) elements(REEs).These REEs are critical in the manufacture of a wide range of high-tech
<br /> A rare earth phosphate products,electronics,and strategic applications.
<br /> mineral,typically a Electronics and Magnets:REEs extracted from monazite are crucial in the production of
<br /> containing significant powerful permanent magnets used in electric motors,wind turbines,computer hard drives,and
<br /> amounts of thorium, audio equipment.Neodymium and praseodymium,in particular,are used in the manufacture of
<br /> lanthanum,and cerium, neodymium-iron-boron(NdFeB)magnets,which are among the strongest types of permanent
<br /> among other rare earth magnets.
<br /> elements. a Aerospace and Defense:The REEs from monazite are used in aerospace and defense
<br /> applications,including jet engine components,guidance systems,and other advanced
<br /> materials that require properties such as high strength-to-weight ratio and resistance to high
<br /> temperatures.
<br /> • Catalysis:Certain REEs from monazite,like cerium,are used as catalysts in petroleum refining
<br /> and automotive catalytic converters.
<br /> • Glass and Ceramics:Monazite is sometimes used in the production of glass and ceramics,both
<br /> as a source of REEs and for its thorium content,which helps increase the refractive index in
<br /> specialty glasses.
<br /> • Nuclear Industry:Thorium extracted from monazite is a potential fuel for nuclear reactors,
<br /> particularly in thorium-based nuclear power,which is an area of growing interest due to
<br /> thorium's abundance and safety benefits over uranium.
<br /> • Lighting:Some REEs from monazite are used in lighting applications,including phosphors in
<br /> fluorescent lamps.
<br /> • Medical Equipment:REEs are used in medical imaging devices and in the production of medical
<br /> equipment.
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