Sulfate Minerals
Sulfates are made of compounds of sulfur combined with metals and oxygen. It is a massive organization of minerals that have a tendency to be smooth, and translucent like this barite.
Celestine
Celestine, also known as celestite, is a mineral that belongs to the sulfate mineral group. It is named after the Latin word "caelestis," which...
Selenite
Selenite is a beautiful and versatile mineral that belongs to the gypsum mineral family. It is composed of hydrous calcium sulfate and is known...
Linarite
Linarite is a mineral that belongs to the sulfate class and is characterized by its striking deep blue to azure color. It is named...
Anhydrite
Anhydrite is one of the minerals that make up the rocks. Chemical structure similar to Gypsum but does not contain water. Formula is CaSO4.There is a sedimentary basin in large areas where sea water evaporates. It is usually found in salt deposits with gypsum next to it. Anhydrite may form on the coastline or tidal flat deposits caused by the evaporation of seawater.
