torbernite

/tɔːrbərnɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A rare mineral, a hydrated uraninite, with the chemical formula H2(UO2)2(PO4)2·8-12H2O.

“The geologist carefully analyzed the samples of torbernite found in the mine.”

Synonyms

  • hydrated uraninite
  • uraninite

Antonyms

  • non-radioactive mineral
  • stable mineral