FeTiO
FeTiO is a shorthand used in mineralogy and materials science for iron titanate oxides. The best-known member is the mineral ilmenite, with the chemical formula FeTiO3. In some contexts, FeTiO is used to indicate iron-titanium oxide systems or non-stoichiometric compositions related to FeTiO3.
Structure: Ilmenite has a hexagonal crystal system with space group R-3, where Fe2+ and Ti4+ occupy alternating
Natural occurrence: Ilmenite is common in mafic igneous rocks such as basalt and gabbro and is a
Industrial uses: Ore concentrates are processed to produce titanium dioxide (TiO2) pigment using sulfate or chloride
See also and related topics: Ilmenite; Titanium oxide; Iron titanate. Safety: handling ore and dust may irritate