mineral
Clear Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, transparent to translucent, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, transparent to translucent, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture.
Formation & geological history
Forms in hydrothermal veins and pegmatites worldwide through the cooling and precipitation of silica-rich solutions.
Uses & applications
Used in electronics, oscillator clocks, optical lenses, gemstone carving, and metaphysical practices.
Geological facts
Known as the master healer in crystal healing, quartz is the second most abundant mineral in Earth's continental crust.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its high hardness, inability to be scratched by steel, and lack of cleavage. Found globally.
