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Uranophane Sample


Uranophane


Chemical Composition: CaO2·UO3·2SiO2·6H2O
Group: -
System: Orthorhombic
Family: Silicates
Hardness: 2 - 3


  • Secondary mineral to uranium
  • Other colours: green, orange
  • Flat micalike plate, groups of small crystals, earthy or powdery masses, being found in rock pores and cracks
  • Rhombic acicular prisms
  • Fibrous structure



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