Tags: Chemical Substance, Mineral.
Baotite Ba4Ti4(Ti Nb Fe)4(Si4O12)O16Cl is a rare mineral recognized as having a unique four-fold silicate ring. Crystals are tetragonal though commonly deformed to the extent of appearing monoclinic. Named for the locality of first discovery Baotou China baotite has been found in hydrothermal veins and alkalic rocks in various locations around the world.