strontianite
noun
stron·tian·ite
ˈsträn(t)-shə-ˌnīt 
: a mineral consisting of a carbonate of strontium and occurring in various forms and colors
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Only two minerals, however - celestite and strontianite - contain strontium in sufficient quantities for commercial use, and these minerals are found predominantly in sedimentary rocks.
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David Bressan, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2022
David Bressan, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2022
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“Strontianite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/strontianite. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
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