Uranophane
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Uranophane is a noun meaning (mineralogy) A rare yellow radioactive calcium uranium silicate hydrate mineral that forms from the oxidation of uranium-bearing minerals.
Meaning
(mineralogy) A rare yellow radioactive calcium uranium silicate hydrate mineral that forms from the oxidation of uranium-bearing minerals.
Word Forms
- uranophanes
Synonyms for uranophane
Depending on context, synonyms include uranotile.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include uranotile, uranopilite, phurcalite, uranpyrochlore, phosphuranylite, pyrophane.
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