Autunite
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Autunite
Autunite is a bright green mineral that glows under UV light. It is found near uranium deposits and is known for its unique color and fluorescence.
Appearance
The Autunite is known for its vivid fluorescent green or bright lemon-yellow color. It often forms thin, square-shaped crystals that look like tiny, translucent plates. This brilliant hue makes it stand out from most other minerals.
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Category
MineralRarity
Rare
Danger
3/5 · Moderate
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Interesting facts
Autunite crystals often grow as thin, flat squares, like tiny pages from a book!
Autunite is an important source for the element uranium, which has many uses!
Early scientists used Autunite in experiments to understand the mysterious power of radioactivity!
Your Geiger counter would go wild near Autunite because it's naturally radioactive!
Special abilities
Ability
Glow Power
Autunite has a special atomic structure that makes it glow bright green or yellow under ultraviolet light!
Ability
Energy Emitter
Autunite contains uranium atoms that are constantly breaking down, releasing tiny particles of energy!
Ability
Shape Changer
Autunite can transform into a new mineral called meta-autunite by losing water, changing its internal structure!
Measurements & details
- Color Range
- yellowish-green, apple-green, lemon-yellow
- Hardness
- 2.25
- Luster
- vitreous to pearly
- Specific Gravity
- 3.15
- Crystal System
- tetragonal
Traits
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Fluorescent
Fluorescent minerals emit visible light when exposed to ultraviolet light or other non-visible radiation, a phenomenon called fluorescence.
Gemstone
A gemstone is a piece of mineral crystal which, when cut and polished, is used to make jewelry or other adornments.
Crystalline
Crystalline describes a mineral or rock composed of crystals, often exhibiting a regular atomic structure and geometric external form.
Glowing
Pertaining to organisms that emit light through bioluminescence or fluorescence.
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Safety
Danger
3/5 · Moderate
Do not touch autunite without adult supervision due to its radioactivity. Keep it away from your mouth and wash your hands after handling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What colors can Autunite be?
yellowish-green, apple-green, lemon-yellow
How hard is Autunite?
2.25
What kind of luster does Autunite have?
vitreous to pearly
What is Autunite's specific gravity?
3.15
What crystal system does Autunite belong to?
tetragonal
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