swartzite

noun

swartz·​ite

-tˌsīt

plural -s

: a mineral CaMg(UO₂)(CO₃)₃.12H₂O consisting of a hydrous carbonate of calcium, magnesium, and uranium and occurring as clusters of tiny prismatic green crystals

Word History

Etymology

George K. Swartz †1949 American geologist + English -ite

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