Boron minerals: geological distribution, economic significance, and applications


Year : 2025 | Volume : 14 | Issue : 01 | Page : 6-10
    By

    Neetu Saharan,

  • Sakshi Chaudhary,

  • Amit Kumar,

  1. Assistant Professor,, Department of Biotechnology, Dr. K.N.Modi Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Modinagar ,Ghaziabad-201024, India, Uttar Pradesh, India
  2. Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology, Dr. K.N.Modi Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Modinagar ,Ghaziabad-201024, India, Uttar Pradesh, India
  3. Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology, Dr. K.N.Modi Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Modinagar ,Ghaziabad-201024, India, Uttar Pradesh, India

Abstract

Boron (B), a critical micronutrient, plays a vital role in various biological and industrial processes. This study provides a comprehensive review of the main boron minerals, including borax (sodium borate), kernite, colemanite, and ulexite, with a focus on their geological distribution, particularly in the Mojave Desert. These minerals serve as significant sources of boron, with tincal and rasorite emerging as key contributors to global reserves. Notably, the estimated global reserves of boron minerals are approximately 210 million tonnes, with major deposits located in countries such as Turkey, the USA, Argentina, and China. The economic implications of boron mining are explored, highlighting Turkey’s substantial contributions to global boron production and its strategic importance in the mineral market. The applications of boron extend to agriculture, medicine, and various industrial sectors, though many health-related claims lack robust scientific validation. Furthermore, this paper discusses the sustainability of boron resources amid increasing demand and technological advancements that may influence its criticality in the future. By analyzing the dynamics of boron mineral resources, this study aims to enhance understanding of their significance in both environmental and economic contexts, thereby informing policy and research directions for sustainable boron management.

Keywords: environmental, sustainable, Natural resource, Boron, boron-containing products

[This article belongs to Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology ]

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Neetu Saharan, Sakshi Chaudhary, Amit Kumar. Boron minerals: geological distribution, economic significance, and applications. Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology. 2025; 14(01):6-10.
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Volume 14
Issue 01
Received 13/12/2024
Accepted 25/12/2024
Published 10/01/2025
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