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metatorbernite

noun
meta·​torbernite | \ "+\

Definition of metatorbernite

: a mineral Cu(UO2)2(PO4)2.8H2O consisting of a hydrous phosphate of copper and uranium containing less water than torbernite

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meta- + torbernite

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