### Question
What is the definition of critical material?


### Answer
The definition of **critical material** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 16238*:

> given the term in section 1606 of title 30.

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 16238*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 149-NATIONAL ENERGY POLICY AND PROGRAMS > SUBCHAPTER IX-RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT > Part C-Renewable Energy**

