Etymology

leydetite

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Today it means: A yellowish-green monoclinic mineral which is a hydrated iron uranyl sulfate. Full definition →

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The story

Named after Jean-Claude Leydet born 18 April 1961, an amateur uranium mineral enthusiast + -ite

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