changesite-(Y)

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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)

  1. (astronomy, geology, Moon) A mineral formed by (Ca8Y)□Fe2+(PO4)7 forming colorless columnar transparent crystals, found on the Moon.

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