mineral
Clear Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, transparent to translucent color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, and conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, transparent to translucent color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, and conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage.
Formation & geological history
Forms primarily from cooling magma in hydrothermal veins and pegmatites, developing over millions of years in diverse geological environments.
Uses & applications
Widely used in jewelry, electronics for oscillators, decorative carvings, and metaphysical practices.
Geological facts
Clear quartz is known as the master healer in crystal healing and is one of the most abundant minerals on Earth's continental crust.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its high hardness, lack of cleavage, and clear glassy appearance; found globally, especially in Brazil, Madagascar, and the USA.
