This sample of barite (BaSO4), from an unknown location, is 16 cm across. Barite has many different habits, but some of the most interesting samples are composed of blades or tabs in large aggregates, as shown here.
Photographer
Nessa Eull. 2001-06-04.
Collection
University of North Dakota Mineralogy Collection.
Key words
barite
Tech details
722 KB. Hand specimen. Fujifilm FinePix S1Pro digital camera; 60mm AF Nikon micro lens.