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What is tungsten for?
Tungsten is a super-strong metal vital for many modern technologies. It's used in things like lightbulb filaments, heating elements, and even surgical tools. Crucially, it's also key for defence applications, electronics, and aerospace, making it a strategic material for countries to secure.
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