Desert rosesWe covered these intriguing minerals formed during repeated evaporation of saline lakes
Desert rosesWe covered these intriguing minerals formed during repeated evaporation of saline lakes in arid environments before (see https://www.facebook.com/TheEarthStory/posts/640129142714800), but used a photo where the crystals looked more like leaves and were made of gypsum. In this barite specimen from Oklahoma measuring 10x7x5.5cm, the crystals look more like the more classic intertwined rose flowers after which these rocks are named.LozImage credit: Rob Lavinsky/iRocks.com -- source link
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