autunite

Definitions


[ˈɔːtənʌɪt], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a yellow mineral occurring as square crystals which fluoresce in ultraviolet light. It is a hydrated phosphate of calcium and uranium


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Origin:
mid 19th century: from Autun, the name of a town in eastern France, + -ite




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