Althupite
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What is Althupite?
Althupite is a rare aluminium thorium uranyl phosphate mineral with complex formula written as AlTh(UO2)7(PO4)4O2(OH)5·15H2O, from a granitic pegmatite. It is named after its composition (ALuminium, THorium, Uranium, and Phosphorus).
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North ZoneCentral RidgeSouth Basin
Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Yellow
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 3.5 - 4
- Density
- 3.98 g/cm³
- Streak
- Yellow
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- AlTh(UO2)7(PO4)4(OH)5O2 · 15H2O
- Elements
- Al, H, O, P, Th, U
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