Renardite

minerals

dewindtite

dumontite

torbernite

Formula: Pb(UO₂)₄(PO₄)₂(OH)₄.7H₂O
Hydrated phosphate
Specific gravity: 4.0
Colour: Yellow
Solubility: Soluble in acids
RADIOACTIVE
Environments

Sedimentary environments
Hydrothermal environments

Localities

At the type locality, the Shinkolobwe Mine, Shinkolobwe, Kambove District, Haut-Katanga, DR Congo, renardite occurs with dewindtite, dumontite and torbernite (Dana).

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