Barite Stone, Style : Raw

Barite is used in various fields :

• This is the main ore of barium metal.
• It is applied for sound reduction in various engine compartments.
• This mineral is used for making smooth and corrosion resistant coat of trucks and automobiles.
• It is used in radiation shielding cements and glass ceramics.
• This mineral also has medical applications. It is used for a barium meal or an upper gastrointestinal series before doing a contrast CAT scan.
• This mineral was used for producing barium hydroxide for the purpose of sugar refining.
• Historically it was also used as a pigment for paper, textiles, and paint.