Rutile is a crystalline form of titanium dioxide occurring as a minor constituent in igneous rocks and sediments. It is a naturally occurring oxide of titanium and is the most common mineral form of TiO2. Rutile has a number of industrial applications and is widely used as a pigment in paints due to its brightness and very high refractive index. It is also used in the production of various coatings, plastics, and paper. Rutile has favorable properties like high brightness, high refractive ... Read more
