mineral
Clear Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, colorless to white, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture, specific gravity of 2.65.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, colorless to white, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture, specific gravity of 2.65.
Formation & geological history
Forms in hydrothermal veins, pegmatites, and as a primary component in igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks across various geological eras.
Uses & applications
Widely used in electronics, oscillator frequency control, glass manufacturing, abrasives, and decorative gemstone jewelry or crystal collecting.
Geological facts
Quartz is the second most abundant mineral in Earth's continental crust and exhibits strong piezoelectric properties, generating an electrical charge under mechanical stress.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its high hardness (scratches glass), lack of cleavage, and characteristic conchoidal fracture. Found worldwide.
