In the field of ***, iridium has been an element of great concern due to its rare and unique chemical properties. At present, even iridium, which is not of high purity, has reached the level of 800 yuan per gram. This reflects not only the value of iridium itself, but also the complexity and cost of iridium-containing waste. In this article, we'll dive into the differences between different iridium materials and the economic logic behind them.
First of all, there are many types of iridium-containing waste, including but not limited to industrial catalysts, electronic equipment, medical instruments, etc. These different scraps have significant differences in iridium content and purity. Iridium scrap with higher purity is generally easier to handle and purify, so its **value is relatively high. Conversely, iridium waste with low purity needs to go through a more complex purification process, which undoubtedly increases the cost of ** and disposal.
For iridium with low purity, although the purification process cost is high, the ** standard of 800 yuan per gram is the result of the dynamic adjustment of the market itself. This pricing takes into account the technical difficulty of the purification process, the energy consumption required, and the environmental risks involved in disposing of these wastes; In fact, this level not only reflects the market value of iridium, but also a kind of compensation for purification technology and environmental requirements.
Further analysis shows that iridium, as a rare metal, has an important impact on the market supply and demand. Although iridium scrap with low purity has a higher cost, the market value of iridium scrap is still not negligible due to the relatively limited amount of iridium. In addition, with the advancement of science and technology and the improvement of advanced technology, the cost of purifying low-purity iridium is expected to be further reduced, which will have an impact on the quality of iridium.