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celestite is a very heavy mineral. it comes from the south eastern coast of Africa on the island of Madagascar:)

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Where is celestite found?

Celestite is typically found in sedimentary rocks like limestone, at many localities around the world, from Ohio to Madagascar.


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Texas is a state with large land mass. It is rich in natural minerals. Some of these minerals are: Barite, Beryllium, Bismuth, Celestite, Coal, Clay, and Copper.


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