Colemanite is a naturally occurring borate mineral that is found in evaporite deposits. This mineral is composed of calcium, boron and oxygen and is also known as calcium borate. There are several synonyms for Colemanite, including ulexite, kernite, boro-calcite, and boric acid calcium salt. Ulexite is a borate mineral that shares similar physical and chemical properties with Colemanite. Kernite, another borate mineral, is often found in association with Colemanite deposits. Boro-calcite is a borate mineral that contains both calcium and boron, similar to Colemanite. Lastly, boric acid calcium salt refers to the chemical make-up and composition of Colemanite. These synonyms are used interchangeably to describe the same mineral.