Uraninite - Wikipedia
WEBUraninite is a major ore of uranium. Some of the highest-grade uranium ores in the world were found in the Shinkolobwe mine in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (the initial source for the Manhattan Project) and in the Athabasca …
Uraninite: A radioactive mineral and ore of uranium - Geology.com
WEBUraninite, also known as pitchblende, is a radioactive mineral and the most important ore of uranium. We have uraninite photos, physical properties, and information about geologic occurrence, alteration products, and the role of uraninite in the discovery of radioactivity.
Uraninite | Radioactive Ore, Uranium Ore, Mineral | Britannica
WEBuraninite, a major ore mineral of uranium, uranium dioxide (UO 2). Uraninite usually forms black, gray, or brown crystals that are moderately hard and generally opaque. A variety of uraninite ore that is dense and found in granular masses with a …
The Mineral uraninite - The Mineral and Gemstone Kingdom
WEBUraninite is the most important radioactive mineral, and was once thought to be worthless. When the discovery of its useful uranium content was unveiled, it became extremely significant. It is the most common and widespread uranium mineral, making it the best known uranium ore.
What Is Pitchblende? (Uraninite) - ThoughtCo
WEBFeb 5, 2019 — Pitchblende, also known by the name uraninite, is a mineral comprised mainly of oxides of the element uranium, UO 2, and UO 3. It is the primary ore of uranium. The mineral is black in color, like 'pitch'.
Uraninite | Properties, Formation, Occurrence - Geology Science
WEBMay 18, 2023 — Uraninite is a mineral that is primarily composed of uranium oxide. It is a significant ore of uranium, which is an important element used for nuclear power generation and in the production of nuclear weapons. Uraninite is known for its distinctive black color and high uranium content.
Uraninite: Mineral information, data and localities. - mindat.org
WEBFormula: UO2. Colour: Black, brownish-black, greyish, greenish; green-gray (thin fragments) Lustre: Greasy, Sub-Metallic, Dull. Hardness: 5 - 6. Specific Gravity: 10.63 - 10.95. Crystal System: Isometric. Member of: Uraninite Group. Name: Renamed in 1845 by Wilhelm Karl von Haidinger for its composition containing uranium.
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