brookite

Introduction
Brookite is the orthorhombic variant
of titanium dioxide, TiO2, which occurs in many
natural polymorphic forms (minerals with the
same composition but different structure).
The International Mineralogical
Association (IMA) recognizes four forms; the
others
are akaogiite (monoclinic), anatase (tetragonal)
and rutile (tetragonal).
Brookite from Balochistan
Properties
Formula TiO2
Crystal System Orthorhombic
Colour Deep Red
Streak Greyish
Specific gravity 4.08 to 4.18
Hardness 5 1⁄2 to 6
Lusture Submetallic
Cleavage Poor on {120},
in traces on
{001} Brookite from Pakistan

Uses
Brookite it particularly useful for use after
surgery, owing to its highly beneficial and
effective healing properties that can aid
the process of recovery. The mineral
composition of the stone is such that it will
help with better assimilation of the
minerals that you consume via food.

Crystal structure of Brookite