Barytocelestine

/ˌbæritoʊˈsɛləstaɪn/ noun

A rare mineral containing barium, strontium, and sulfate minerals, typically found in small crystals.

Combining 'baryto-' (barium) + 'celestine' (strontium sulfate mineral). Named to indicate the presence of two heavy metals with sulfate, following mineralogical nomenclature.

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