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Definition of Rutile

1. Noun. A mineral consisting of titanium dioxide in crystalline form; occurs in metamorphic and plutonic rocks and is a major source of titanium.

Definition of Rutile

1. n. A mineral usually of a reddish brown color, and brilliant metallic adamantine luster, occurring in tetragonal crystals. In composition it is titanium dioxide, like octahedrite and brookite.

Definition of Rutile

1. Noun. (minerology) The most frequent of the three polymorphs of titanium dioxide, crystalizing in the tetragonal system, TiO₂. ¹

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Definition of Rutile

1. a mineral [n -S]

Medical Definition of Rutile

1. A mineral usually of a reddish brown colour, and brilliant metallic adamantine luster, occurring in tetragonal crystals. In composition it is titanium dioxide, like octahedrite and brooklite. Origin: L. Rutilus red, inclining to golden yellow. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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