What is another word for Gaylussite?
Pronunciation: [ɡˈe͡ɪləsˌa͡ɪt] (IPA) 
Gaylussite is a mineral that is commonly found in evaporite deposits. It is a hydrated sodium carbonate mineral that has a variety of alternate names and synonyms depending on the locality where it is found. Some of the common synonyms used for Gaylussite include soda niter, Glauber's salt, and sodium sulfate decahydrate. It is also referred to as carbonate of soda, soda ash, or natron, which are terms originally used in ancient times when the mineral was used for industrial purposes. Other synonyms include sal mirabilis and bicarbonate of soda. These alternate names for Gaylussite help geologists and mineralogists across the world identify and classify this mineral.
