Barytic

/bæˈrɪtɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to, containing, or resembling barium, baryta, or baryte compounds.

Etymology

From barium/baryta + '-ic' suffix meaning 'relating to.' A technical adjective used in chemistry and geology to describe materials containing barium.

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Barytic compounds are everywhere in modern life—in paints making them white and bright, in medical imaging (barium swallows), and in glass production—yet hardly anyone knows the word!

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