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Sample n° 18879
Minerals found in the sample
Mineral | Formula | Category | Subcategory | Importance |
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CURITE | Pb3+x[(UO2)4O4+x(OH)3-x]22H2O | oxides and hydroxides | - | major |
URANINITE | UO2 | oxides and hydroxides | - | major |
Description
Description:
massive uraninite, crossed by veins composed of secondary minerals
Origin
- Country: Congo (RDC)
- Region: Katanga
- Locality: Shinkolobwe
Specification
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Quantity: 1Size: 5 x 3 x 2.5 cm
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Dimension code 1>2>3: 2Quality code 1>2>3: 1
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Holotype: noParatype: noRadioactive: yes
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Thin section: noChemical analysis: noX-Ray spectra: no