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The production process of TiO2 pigments is an intricate one, requiring precise control over chemical reactions and physical properties. It begins with the extraction of titanium ore, primarily ilmenite or rutile, which undergoes a series of processes including crushing, leaching, and smelting to produce titanium dioxide. This raw form is then processed further to create the two main types of TiO2 pigments rutile and anatase. Each type offers different optical and physical properties, catering to specific industrial needs.

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A  2023 study published in the journal Environmental Research, scientists examined the effect of titanium dioxide nanoparticles on important gut bacteria in mice. Their results showed “the growth inhibitory effects could be associated with cell membrane damage caused by titanium dioxide nanoparticles to the bacterial strains. Metabolomics analysis showed that TiO2 NPs caused alterations in multiple metabolic pathways of gut bacteria, such as tryptophan and arginine metabolism, which were demonstrated to play crucial roles in regulating gut and host health.” The researchers also found that four different neuroprotective metabolites “were significantly reduced” in urine and in vitro bacteria and vivo urine samples. The researchers concluded: “Increasing evidence implies that the gut microbiome plays a profound role in regulating host metabolism. Our results illustrated that TiO2 NPs hindered the growth of four beneficial gut bacterial strains.”

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