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gummite

gummite

9.9
A yellow-orange mineral that forms when uranium ore breaks down
  • noun
  • /ˈɡʌmaɪt/
  • Specialized
: gummita
  • The yellow-orange color of gummite distinguishes it from other uranium minerals.

Examples

  • Gummite is often found in deposits near pitchblende.

  • The miners discovered a vein of gummite near the old uranium deposit.

  • Samples of gummite are often studied for their unique chemical composition.

  • The geologist discovered a sample of gummite in the mine.

  • The miners discovered a vein of gummite near the old uranium deposit.

  • Samples of gummite are often studied for their unique chemical composition.

  • The yellow-orange color of gummite distinguishes it from other uranium minerals.

Surface Forms

gummite singular
gummites plural

Morphology

gummite = gum (semi-transparent) = gumm + ite

Formed from 'gum' + mineral suffix '-ite'; the morphological relation is clear but the specialized mineral meaning and the suffix '-ite' may be unfamiliar to average learners.

Etymology

The word gummite comes from the English word gum, meaning 'sticky resin', plus the mineral ending -ite. Because this yellow-orange mineral that contains uranium looks and feels a little gummy, the name helps you remember its sticky, resin-like appearance.