Abernathyite

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Abernathyite specimen - rock identification

What is Abernathyite?

Abernathyite is a transparent, yellow mineral that occurs as tabular crystals up to 3 millimeters (0.12 in). The mineral has a single perfect cleavage on {001}. Abernathyite fluoresces yellow-green in longwave and shortwave ultraviolet. Because of its uranium content, the mineral is radioactive.

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Abernathyite Localities Map

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North ZoneCentral RidgeSouth Basin

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Quick Facts

Physical Properties

Color
yellow
Hardness (Mohs)
2.5 - 3
Density
3.572 g/cm³
Streak
pale yellow

Chemical Properties

Chemical Formula
K(UO2)(AsO4) · 3H2O
Elements
As, H, K, O, U
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