Formula: Ca(UO2)6(CO3)5(OH)4.6H2O
Origin of name: for R. Sharp, prospector in Katanga
Crystal system: orthorhombic
Crystal class: unknown
Twinning:
Unit cell:
Colour: olive-green to yellow-green
Diaphaneity:
Luster:
Habit: radiating fibers, in thin crusts or rosettes
Hardness: about 2.5
Specific gravity: 4.45
Cleavage: none
Tenacity:
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