Torbernite | |
Chemical Formula |
Cu(UO2)2(PO4)2·8 - 12 H2O |
Species |
Phosphates |
Crystal System |
Tetragonal |
Mohs Scale |
2 |
Specific Gravity |
3.2 |
Color |
Emerald green to apple green |
Streak |
Pale green |
Luster |
Sub-Adamantine, Vitreous, Waxy, Pearly |
Refractive Index |
n = 1.590 - 1.592 n = 1.581 - 1.582 |
Diaphaneity |
Transparent, Translucent |
Cleavage |
PerfectPerfect on micaceous, indistinct on |
Fracture |
Brittle |
Crystal Habit:Tabular crystals; Foliated to earthy masses and encrustations | |
Geological Setting:Uncommon mineral in secondary zone of copper bearing uranium deposits. |