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Lead is a dense, malleable metal primarily used in batteries, radiation shielding, and as an additive in various materials. Its economic significance stems from its role in the production of lead-acid batteries for vehicles and renewable energy storage systems. Additionally, lead is utilized in construction, plumbing, and protective coatings, making it a vital industrial mineral.


Source: United States Geological Survey Mineral Resources Program

See also: Mineral commodity prices


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