Geology and Minerals

Baryte

Baryte or barite ( BARR-eyet, BAIR-), also called barytes ( bə-RY-teez), is a mineral consisting of barium sulfate (BaSO4). Baryte is generally white or colorless, and is the main source of the element barium. The baryte group consists of baryte, celestine (strontium sulfate), anglesite (lead sulfate), and anhydrite (calcium sulfate). Baryte and celestine form a solid solution (Ba,Sr)SO4.

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See also

• ▸Diatreme
• ▸Andorra
• ▸Hupyeongdong Formation

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