mineral
Blue Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) with inclusions
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, blue to grey-blue color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, and conchoidal fracture.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, blue to grey-blue color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, and conchoidal fracture.
Formation & geological history
Forms in hydrothermal veins and igneous or metamorphic rock environments through silica-rich solutions containing microscopic mineral inclusions.
Uses & applications
Used primarily in jewelry, ornamental carvings, and crystal healing collections.
Geological facts
The blue coloration is typically caused by microscopic inclusions of fibrous minerals like dumortierite or crocidolite.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its hard scratch resistance, lack of cleavage, and distinct blue tint, commonly sourced from Brazil, India, and the United States.
