uraninite

/jʊˈrænɪnaɪt/
noun
  1. A dark, heavy mineral that is the main source of uranium and radium.
    • Uraninite is often found in granite rocks and is mined for its uranium content.
    • Scientists study uraninite to learn about the Earth's geological history.
    • The museum displayed a sample of uraninite from a mine in the Czech Republic.
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