Evaporite
A rock classification type
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About Evaporite
Sedimentary rocks containing non-carbonate salts. The term 'evaporite' is more strictly a genetic term and sometimes these can be formed through other means. A non-clastic sedimentary rock composed primarily of minerals produced from a saline solution as a result of extensive or total evaporation of the water. Examples include gypsum, anhydrite, rock salt, and various nitrates and borates. The term sometimes includes rocks developed by metamorphism or transport of other evaporites.
Unique Identifiers
Mindat ID:
49338
Long-form identifier:
mindat:1:1:49338:5
GUID
(UUID V4):
(UUID V4):
c35277b3-2ab1-4e45-9218-0a2502311892
Classification of Evaporite
Sub-divisions of Evaporite
Synonyms of Evaporite
Common Associates
Associated Minerals Based on Photo Data:
| 3 photos of Evaporite associated with Diopside | CaMgSi2O6 |
| 3 photos of Evaporite associated with Pyrite | FeS2 |
| 3 photos of Evaporite associated with Marialite | Na4Al3Si9O24Cl |
| 2 photos of Evaporite associated with Halite | NaCl |
| 2 photos of Evaporite associated with Sylvite | KCl |
| 2 photos of Evaporite associated with Carnallite | KMgCl3 · 6H2O |
Internet Links for Evaporite
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References for Evaporite
Salt deposit, Mulhouse, Haut-Rhin, Grand Est, France