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Baryte

Baryte, also known as barite, is a mineral consisting of barium sulfate (BaSO4). It occurs in various colors, including white, yellow, brown, and gray, and is commonly used as a weighting agent in drilling muds for oil and gas exploration.

Definitions:

  1. Noun: A mineral composed of barium sulfate.
  2. Noun: The naturally occurring form of barium sulfate.

Sample Sentences:

  • The geologist collected various samples of baryte formations from the underground mine.
  • Due to its high density, baryte is often used as a component in the production of paints and medical instruments.
  • Miners extracted baryte from deep within the earth's crust.

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