Titanic ore refers to an ore that primarily consists of the mineral ilmenite, which is rich in titanium. Ilmenite ore can also be called titanic ore and is often found in black sand deposits. Other synonyms for titanic ore include titanium iron, titanium dioxide, or simply titanium ore. Some other minerals that are commonly found alongside titanic ore include zircon and monazite. These minerals are often separated using a process called electrostatic separation. Titanic ore has a variety of important industrial applications, including the production of titanium dioxide which is used in paints, plastics, and sunscreens.