IMA mineral species

Studtite

[(UO₂)(O₂)(H₂O)₂] * H₂O

Uranyl peroxide mineral formed by alpha radiolysis of water.

YellowWhite & Clear

Studtite specimen
Studtite-Billietite.jpg · Wikimedia Commons (see file page for author & license)

Properties

Chemical formula[(UO₂)(O₂)(H₂O)₂] * H₂O
ElementsU, O, H
Crystal system—
Mohs hardness—
Density—
Streak—
Color—
IMA symbolStu
Nickel–Strunz class4.GA.15

“—” means no reliable value in Wikidata yet. Check Mindat for full data.

🌍 Where it's found

Type locality (where it was first described): Shinkolobwe mine, Democratic Republic of the Congo

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  • Notable source / deposit
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Marker positions are approximate (region or locality level). Type localities from Wikidata; notable sources curated by Crystopedia.