mineral
Blue Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, blue color due to microscopic inclusion fibers, vitreous luster, trigonal crystal system, and conchoidal fracture.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, blue color due to microscopic inclusion fibers, vitreous luster, trigonal crystal system, and conchoidal fracture.
Formation & geological history
Forms in hydrothermal veins and igneous or metamorphic rocks through the inclusion of minerals like tourmaline or crocidolite during crystallization.
Uses & applications
Used primarily in jewelry, gemstone carving, ornamental objects, and crystal healing practices.
Geological facts
The blue color is usually an optical effect caused by Rayleigh scattering from tiny inclusions rather than structural chemical coloring.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its hardness scratching glass, greasy to vitreous luster, and lack of cleavage. Commonly sourced from Brazil, India, and the USA.
