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.
Angelite
Angelite, also known as "blue anhydrite" or "angel stone," is a mineral that belongs to the sulfate mineral group. It is a type of...
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...
Chalcanthite
Chalcanthite is a mineral with the chemical formula CuSO₄·5H₂O. It belongs to the sulfate mineral group and is a hydrated copper sulfate. The name...
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.