Metahaiweeite

Formula: Ca(UO2)2Si6O15 . nH2O (n < 5)

Origin of name:  From Greek meta - after and haiweeite

 

Crystal system:  Monoclinic

Crystal class:  2/m

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Colour:  Pale yellow to greenish yellow

Diaphaneity:  Translucent

Luster:  Pearly

Habit:  Flake-like grains; spherical aggregates, radial structure

Hardness:  3.5

Specific gravity:  3.35

Cleavage:  1; {100} distinct

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Comments:  Fluoresces weak dull green

 

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