What is another word for barite?
Pronunciation: [bˈaɹa͡ɪt] (IPA) 
Barite is a mineral with a white or slightly colored appearance that can be found in various places around the world. It is also known by various synonyms such as heavy spar, barytes, and cawk. Heavy spar comes from the mineral's weight, which is often used for weighing down drilling muds in the oil and gas industry. Barytes is another synonym used commonly in the UK and India. Cawk is a regional term that originated in England and is primarily used in Cornwall. Barite is known for its high density and is often used in the drilling industry for its ability to help control pressure at the wellhead.
