mineral
Clear Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, transparent to translucent color, vitreous luster, trigonal 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, trigonal crystal system, and conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage.
Formation & geological history
Forms primarily from cooling magma in pegmatites and hydrothermal veins, precipitating out of silica-rich solutions across various geological time scales.
Uses & applications
Widely used in electronics for oscillators, glassmaking, precision instruments, and frequently polished for jewelry and metaphysical collections.
Geological facts
Known as the 'master healer' in crystal healing, pure quartz is piezoelectric, generating an electrical charge when compressed.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its distinct hexagonal crystal habit, high hardness capable of scratching glass, and lack of cleavage; found globally.
