Pronunciation: [jˈʊ͡əɹɐmfˌa͡ɪt] (IPA) 
The word "uramphite" is a mineral that is pronounced as /jʊræmfʌɪt/. The IPA phonetic transcription reveals that it is pronounced with the initial "ur-" sound as in "burn", followed by the "a" sound as in "cat", and ending with the "phite" sound as in "white". Uramphite is a rare secondary mineral that has been found in manganese deposits, and it has a unique crystal structure that makes it distinct from other minerals.
Uramphite is a rare mineral that belongs to the phosphate mineral group. It is composed of a complex combination of elements, primarily including uranium, magnesium, iron, and phosphorus. The name "uramphite" is derived from its unique composition, incorporating the abbreviation for uranium (U) and "amph" from the Greek word "amphi" meaning "on both sides," referring to the presence of both magnesium and iron.
Uramphite has a distinct crystal structure, typically forming prismatic or tabular crystals with a prismatic cleavage. The color of uramphite can vary from pale yellow to greenish-yellow, depending on impurity concentrations within the mineral. It exhibits a vitreous to oily luster, with a translucent to transparent appearance.
This mineral is primarily found in oxidized uranium-bearing hydrothermal veins and occurs as a secondary mineral, resulting from the alteration of primary uranium minerals. Uramphite is usually associated with other minerals such as torbernite, autunite, and phosphuranylite.
Due to its low occurrence in nature and limited applications, uramphite is mainly valued for its scientific significance and aesthetic appeal to mineral collectors. However, it is important to handle this mineral with caution due to its uranium content, which makes it mildly radioactive. The radioactivity of uramphite may pose health risks if adequate precautions are not taken.
