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The correct spelling is coltan. A metallic ore, (Fe,Mn)(Ta,Nb)2O6, from which the elements niobium and tantalum are extracted. For example: "Coltan is used for the production of tantalum capacitors."

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Coltan is used for the production of tantalum capacitors.

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noun

  1. 1.A metallic ore, (Fe,Mn)(Ta,Nb)2O6, from which the elements niobium and tantalum are extracted.

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