Titanium

-Has three important oxides; TiO, Ti

2
O
3
,TiO
2
-The soluble salts of Titanium are violet or red, and are powerful reducing agents


-TiO
2
is used as a solar-ray protective. Also found in various lotions and creams for the prevention
of sunburn. This is because of its high covering power as a white pigment


Zirconium and Hafnium
-Hafnium occurs in zirconium ores. So zirconium contains percentages of hafnium
-Zirconium as the hydrous oxide or carbonate has been used as lotion or cream for contact
dermatitis
-Some basic aluminum-zirconium compounds are used as antiperspirants
-Zirconium is somewhat toxic when inhaled or got in contact with the eyes