Red ochre is a natural earth pigment that consists primarily of iron oxide (hematite), giving it its distinct reddish-brown color. They are made of complexion and are extremely high in mineral oxides. Alumina silicate and iron oxide make up Red Ochre. Red ochre is also known as “Geru”. It has been used by humans for thousands of years for painting, art, and decoration. Red ochre is a pigment derived from a naturally occurring earthy iron ore, typically made from either red (hematite) or yellow (limonite) varieties. Hematite, in particular, is used in both abrasives and pigments, and it serves as one of the most common sources of iron.
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Ceramic, Glassmaking, Abrasivematerial, Foundrysand, Petroleum Industry