Neodymium is a key ingredient in wind turbines and hybrid car batteries because of its __________.

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Neodymium is valued for its extreme magnetic ability and ability to produce electric currents with very little material. These properties make it ideal for use in wind turbines and hybrid car batteries where strong magnets are needed in a small space. Although it does tend to occur in concentrated deposits, this is not the main reason for its usefulness in these applications.

Neodymium Is a Key Ingredient in Wind Turbines and Hybrid