Adolfpateraite
Adolfpateraite is an IMA-recognized mineral species in the sulfate class, with the chemical formula K(UO₂)(SO₄)(OH)(H₂O).
It crystallizes in the monoclinic crystal system (space group P2_1/c).
Key properties: Mohs hardness 2; specific gravity 4.24; Pale yellow streak; Vitreous luster; optically biaxial.
IMA symbol Adp, IMA status: approved, named in 2011.
Found as a secondary mineral in the oxidized zone of a uranium deposit.
It is found associated with Gypsum, schoepite, čejkaite.
The mineral was named to honor Adolf Patera (1819-1894), Czech chemist, mineralogist, and metallurgist.
Index entry. This entry combines official IMA/RRUFF species data with published physical-property data — a full written entry hasn’t been published yet.
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