sedimentary
Banded Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, vitreous luster, trigonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture, and a specific gravity of 2.65.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, vitreous luster, trigonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture, and a specific gravity of 2.65.
Formation & geological history
Formed through the deposition and cementation of quartz-rich sand grains over millions of years, often in ancient beaches or riverbeds.
Uses & applications
Used primarily in lapidary arts, jewelry making, and as a decorative display specimen for mineral collectors.
Geological facts
The distinct bands are caused by mineral impurities such as iron oxides filtering through permeable layers during formation.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its characteristic color banding and resistance to scratching steel; commonly found in sedimentary rock formations worldwide.
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