Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
barit
Noun
/ˈbær.ɪt/
Definition
A mineral composed of barium sulfate, commonly used as a weighing agent in drilling fluids and as a contrast agent in medical imaging.
Examples
- Barit is essential in the oil and gas industry for drilling operations.
- The doctor used a barit swallow test to examine the patient’s digestive tract.
- During the geology field trip, we collected samples of barit from the nearby limestone deposits.
Meaning
Barit is often found in sedimentary rocks and is an important source of barium, which is useful in various industrial applications.
Synonyms
- Barium sulfate
- Barium ore
