About Microlite
A group of tantalum-rich oxide minerals of the Pyrochlore supergroup, often forming small octahedral crystals in various colors. It's associated with focus, manifestation, and achieving goals. (Often contains REEs and Uranium/Thorium).
Primary Hues
Yellow, Brown, Red, Green, Black, often forms octahedral crystals
Metaphysical Properties
A stone of focus and manifestation. Believed to aid in achieving goals and to promote a practical, grounded approach.
Associated Tarot Cards
The Sun
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Represents personal power- clarity- and manifestation- aligning with this mineral.
The Magician
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Symbolizes focused intention and harnessing energy for a purpose- resonating with Microlite.
Associated Deities
Apollo
Pantheon: Greek
Domain: Sun- Light- Prophecy- Healing
Rationale: Apollo's connection to the sun and clarity aligns with Microlite.
Helios
Pantheon: Greek
Domain: Sun- Sight
Rationale: Helios as the sun god embodies the bright- focused energy of this stone.
Metaphysical Uses
Focus & Manifestation Grids
Leadership Qualities Meditation
Success Attraction Rituals
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Geological & Scientific Details
Microlite is classified as a oxide minerals mineral which typically crystallizes in the cubic system. Its chemical formula is (Na,Ca)2Ta2O6(O,OH,F).
Key Geological Properties:
- Mineral Category: Oxide minerals
- Chemical Formula: (Na,Ca)2Ta2O6(O,OH,F)
- IMA Symbol: Mic[1]
- Crystal System: Cubic
Associated Minerals
- Pyrochlore (forms series with)
- Columbite-Tantalite
- Cassiterite
- Lepidolite
- Albite
- Tourmaline (common in rare-element granite pegmatites)