Torbernite, a hydrated uranium bearing copper phosphate mineral. It is radioactive, used on a limited scale as an ore of uranium. Chemical formula Ca(

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Torbernite, a hydrated uranium bearing copper phosphate mineral. It is radioactive, used on a limited scale as an ore of uranium. Chemical formula Ca(UO2)2(PO4)(H20). Tetragonal crystals show a thinly tabular, sharp edged shape, in green colours. From Cornwall, UK. Width 65mm.

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