About Ulrichite
A rare hydrated uranyl phosphate, often greenish. It's a radioactive mineral associated with transformation.
Primary Hues
Green, Yellowish-Green, forms small tabular or platy crystals
Metaphysical Properties
(Radioactive, handle with care) Associated with transformation and understanding life cycles.
Associated Tarot Cards
The Sun
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Represents vitality- creativity- and positive energy- aligning with this green mineral.
The Empress
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Symbolizes growth- nurturing- and connection to nature- resonating with Ulrichite.
Associated Deities
Persephone
Pantheon: Greek
Domain: Spring- Growth- Renewal
Rationale: Persephone's connection to growth and new beginnings aligns here.
Pan
Pantheon: Greek
Domain: Nature- Wild- Fertility
Rationale: Pan's joyful and fertile energy connects to this stone.
Metaphysical Uses
Creative Spark Altar
Growth Focus Meditation
Nature Connection Rituals
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Geological & Scientific Details
Ulrichite is classified as a phosphate mineral mineral which typically crystallizes in the monoclinic system. Its chemical formula is CaCu(UO2)[PO4]2·4H2O.
Key Geological Properties:
- Mineral Category: Phosphate mineral
- Chemical Formula: CaCu(UO2)[PO4]2·4H2O
- IMA Symbol: Ulr[1]
- Crystal System: Monoclinic
Associated Minerals
- Torbernite
- Autunite
- Phosphuranylite
- Uraninite (secondary uranium mineral)