sharpite

noun

sharp·​ite

-ˌpīt

plural -s

: a mineral (UO₂)₆(CO₃)₅(OH)₂.6H₂0(?) consisting of a hydrous basic carbonate of uranyl found with other uranium minerals

Word History

Etymology

French, from R.R.Sharp, 20th century British army officer + French -ite

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