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| Other Uses of TiO2 (titanium dioxide) |
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What are the other uses of TiO2 (titanium dioxide)? |
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The element titanium is finding more and more applications in today’s society. The use of titanium metal in aerospace, sports and medicine is well known; in fact, over 96% of the worldwide use of titanium is in the oxide form, TiO2 |
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The most important constituent of paint is titanium dioxide, an opaque substance that gives paint its high gloss and rich depth of color. TiO2 replaced the dangerous metal lead that was used in paint for this purpose and is used in coloring for food. |
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The disinfectant and self-cleaning qualities of TiO2 are being widely employed in Japan and many European countries today for such products as coated ceramic tile for use in homes. |
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