Question

Classify the following material as mineral, gem, ore, or none. some may have more than one answer.

rutile

Answer 1

Rutile is a mineral .

Answer 2

Answer: Mineral and Ore

Explanation: Rutile is classified as an oxide mineral that is found in association with titanium. It is denoted by TiO₂ and belongs to the tetragonal crystallographic system, commonly occurs in igneous as well as metamorphic rocks but sometimes it is also found in sedimentary rocks

Rutile also is one of the major ore mineral of titanium. It has no definite shape and is mainly used for the purposes, such as-

• used in the production of refractory ceramic.
• used as a color pigment.
• used in the manufacturing of metals.
• used in the manufacturing of glass.