mineral

Clear Quartz

Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)

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Hardness of 7 on Mohs scale, transparent to translucent color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage, and specific gravity of 2.65.

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Physical properties

Hardness of 7 on Mohs scale, transparent to translucent color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage, and specific gravity of 2.65.

Formation & geological history

Formed through the crystallization of silica-rich hydrothermal veins and pegmatites, developing over millions of years in diverse geological environments worldwide.

Uses & applications

Widely used in electronics for oscillators, glassware manufacturing, decorative items, jewelry, and metaphysical collections.

Geological facts

Clear quartz is the most abundant and varied mineral found on Earth's continental crust, serving as the master healer in crystal healing traditions.

Field identification & locations

Identified by its high hardness, glass-like luster, and lack of cleavage; commonly sourced globally with notable deposits in Brazil, Madagascar, and the USA.