Barite
Photos
Roger Weller, geology instructor
wellerr@cochise.edu copyright 2016-R.Weller
barite rose-2
Norman, Oklahoma
When crystals of barite crystallize in quartz
sand as a cluster of flat crystals,
they produce a curious structure that
resembles a flower.
These crystal aggregates are known as barite roses.

barite
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non-commercial educational uses.
Just credit photo to R.Weller/Cochise College.