Turkestanite [ (K,☐)(Ca,Na)2ThSi8O20·nH2O ]
Material properties
| Formula | (K,☐)(Ca,Na)2ThSi8O20·nH2O |
| Abbreviation | Tkt |
| Classification | Minerals containing H2O |
| Luminescence emitter | UO2 |
| IMA Status | Approved (IMA 1996-036) |
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| Tags | Hydrated , Mineral, Silicate |
Composition
| Element | Atoms |
|---|---|
| Si | 8 |
| K | ~0.5 |
| Na | ~1 |
| ☐ | ~0.5 |
| Th | 1 |
| Ca | ~1 |
| H | 2n |
| O | 20+n |