changesite-(Y)
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English[edit]
Etymology[edit]
changesite+Y. From being discovered by the Chang'e 5 Chinese lunar lander mission. Named after Chinese goddess Chang'e (moon goddess).
Noun[edit]
changesite-(Y) (uncountable)
- (astronomy, geology, Moon) A mineral formed by (Ca8Y)□Fe2+(PO4)7 forming colorless columnar transparent crystals, found on the Moon.