uranopilite

noun

uranopilite

noun

Etymology From uranium + Ancient Greek πῖλος (pîlos, “felt”) + -ite, alluding to its composition and habit (containing uranium) and felt-like appearance.

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Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Mineralogy, Natural sciences, Physical sciences A fluorescent radioactive mineral, hydrated uranyl sulfate hydroxide.

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