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Barium sulfate, BaSO4 is a odorless, crystalline solid thats insoluble in water.
Applications Industrial Applications: In the manufacture of paints, coatings, and plastics, where it is used as a filler to enhance durability and opacity. Oil and Gas Industry: In drilling fluids to increase the density of the mud, helping to control pressure during drilling operations, reducing a chance of a blowout. Chemical Industry: As a precursor to other barium compounds and in the production of some types of glass and ceramics.
