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USGS MRP Word Search: Platinum Group Metals (PGMs)

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Critical Mineral Word Search Puzzle: Platinum-Group Metals (PGMs).

Five of the six platinum-group metals (PGMs) are "critical minerals". These metals are strong, don't rust, and can handle really high heat. They are used for medical, science, and technology things. Search for the things that need PGMs: catalysts, dental crowns, hard drives, lab equipment, glass, circuits, jewelry, medical implants.

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