Formula: Ca(UO2)2Si6O15 . nH2O (n < 5)
Origin of name: From Greek meta - after and haiweeite
Crystal system: Monoclinic
Crystal class: 2/m
Twinning:
Unit cell:
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
Tenacity:
Streak:
Synonyms/varieties:
Comments: Fluoresces weak dull green
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