BusinessAugust 28, 2026

rutile

ROO-tile

Definition

A reddish-brown mineral composed primarily of titanium dioxide, often extracted as a source of titanium.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin word 'rutilus,' meaning 'reddish,' reflecting the mineral's characteristic deep red or brownish color. It was named by German geologist Abraham Gottlob Werner in the late 18th century.

In the news

In this article, rutile is mentioned as the subject of a $500 million development project involving Connecticut-based Tronox and Australia's Lion Rock, highlighting it as a critical mineral investment in Cameroon.

Cameroon, US Hold Talks to Advance CFAF 4trn Business Pipeline

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