bayleyite

noun

bay·​ley·​ite

ˈbā-lē-ˌīt

plural -s

: a mineral Mg₂(UO₂)(CO₃)₃.18H₂O consisting of a rare hydrous magnesium uranyl carbonate of yellow color found in Arizona

Word History

Etymology

William S. Bayley †1943 American geologist + English -ite

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