Heinrichite

Formula:  Ba(UO2)2(AsO4)2 . 10-12H2O

Origin of name:   For E. Heinrich, American mineralogist

 

Crystal system:  Tetragonal

Crystal class:  4/m 2/m 2/m

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Colour:  Yellow to green

Diaphaneity:  Transparent to translucent

Luster:  Vitreous to pearly

Habit:  Crystals tabular

Hardness:  2.5

Specific gravity:  3.61

Cleavage:  2; {001} perfect, {100} distinct

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Comments:  Fluoresced bright green to greenish yellow

 

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