mineral

Rose Quartz (or Quartzite)

Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: Pale pink to milky white; Luster: Vitreous/Glassy; Crystal structure: Trigonal/Hexagonal; Cleavage: None (conchoidal fracture); Specific Gravity: 2.65

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale
Color: Pale pink to milky white
Luster: Vitreous/Glassy

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Physical properties

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale; Color: Pale pink to milky white; Luster: Vitreous/Glassy; Crystal structure: Trigonal/Hexagonal; Cleavage: None (conchoidal fracture); Specific Gravity: 2.65

Formation & geological history

Usually forms in magmatic pegmatites at high temperatures or in hydrothermal veins. It can be millions of years old depending on the host rock formation.

Uses & applications

Used primarily in jewelry, ornamental carvings, and for metaphysical collections. Pure industrial quartz is used in glassmaking and electronics.

Geological facts

Rose quartz rarely forms visible crystal faces; it usually occurs in massive form. The pink color is traditionally attributed to trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese.

Field identification & locations

Identify by its ability to scratch glass and its lack of cleavage. It is extremely common worldwide, especially in mountainous regions with granite outcrops.