pitchblende
a massive variety of uraninite, occurring in black pitchlike masses: a major ore of uranium and radium.
Origin of pitchblende
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British Dictionary definitions for pitchblende
/ (ˈpɪtʃˌblɛnd) /
a blackish mineral that is a type of uraninite and occurs in veins, frequently associated with silver: the principal source of uranium and radium. Formula: UO 2
Origin of pitchblende
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Scientific definitions for pitchblende
[ pĭch′blĕnd′ ]
A brown to black, often crusty, cubic mineral that is a principal ore of uranium. It is highly radioactive. Chemical formula: UO2.
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