IMA mineral species

Upalite

Al(UO₂)₃(PO₄)₂O(OH)·7H₂O

Uranyl phosphate mineral.

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Properties

Chemical formulaAl(UO₂)₃(PO₄)₂O(OH)·7H₂O
ElementsAl, U, O, P, H
Crystal systemMonoclinic
Mohs hardness—
Density—
Streak—
Color—
IMA symbolUpa
Nickel–Strunz class8.EC.05

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

🌍 Where it's found

Type locality (where it was first described): Kobokobo open pit, Democratic Republic of the Congo

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