renardite

noun

re·​nard·​ite
rə̇ˈnärˌdīt
plural -s
: a mineral Pb(UO2)4(PO4)2(OH)4.7H2O consisting of a hydrous basic lead and uranyl phosphate

Word History

Etymology

French, from Alphonse Francois Renard †1903 Belgian geologist + French -ite

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“Renardite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/renardite. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.

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