changesite-(Y)

English

Etymology

changesite+Y. From being discovered by the Chang'e 5 Chinese lunar lander mission. Named after Chinese goddess Chang'e (moon goddess).

Noun

changesite-(Y) (uncountable)

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

Hypernyms

• changesite
• merrillite
• mineral