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Baryte is an extremely heavy sulfate mineral and is a nonsilicate. It is generally colorless and is the main source of barium.


What is the mineral group to gypsum?

it's in the mineral group sulfate because gypsum is a hydrous calcium sulfate


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Which mineral is a sulfate a compound that contains a -SO4 group?

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What is an example of a mineral sulfate?

Bicarbonate of soda is the most common name for sodium sulfate. Sodium sulfate is a compound used for the treatment of an upset stomach. A "home remedy" for many years this compound will be in use for a long time to come.


A very heavy sulfate mineral?

Barite


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Is gypsum silicate?

Gypsum is a sulfate and not a silicate. It is an evaporite mineral and a soft mineral that is composed of calcium.