Super-large zirconium mine discovered in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region #coolchina

China has discovered a major zircon sand deposit in Baicheng County, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, with resources equivalent to more than 40 large zircon deposits combined. Named the Yuhai Zirconium Deposit, it is China's first ancient fluvial-lacustrine zircon sand deposit and includes substantial hafnium reserves. The discovery is expected to strengthen China's supply security of zirconium and hafnium, key materials used in nuclear energy, aerospace, ceramics and advanced manufacturing. 📺 Subscribe to our YouTube channel and stay updated with our latest analysis and interviews:👇 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgrNz-aDmcr2uuto8_DL2jg 👈 Download our APP on Apple Store (iOS): https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cctvnews-app/id922456579?l=zh&ls=1&mt=8 Download our APP on Google Play (Android): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.imib.cctv For more: https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-10-31/Super-large-zirconium-mine-found-in-Xinjiang-Uygur-Autonomous-Region-1RHg4KyTl04/p.html Most watched videos: Impossible Challenge: 30 seconds to count banknotes BLINDFOLDED https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmP_Ybj-jws Impossible Challenge: Gymnastics Boy Arat Hosseini from Iran! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sxX--U4c8w Impossible Challenge: How to calm babies in 5 seconds? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kR3q9sXM7WA