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.
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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.
Formation & geological history
Forms in hydrothermal veins and pegmatites worldwide through the cooling and precipitation of silica-rich solutions over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in jewelry, optical components, oscillators in electronics, and ornamental carvings.
Geological facts
Clear quartz is the second most abundant mineral in Earth's continental crust and exhibits strong piezoelectric properties.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its high hardness, lack of cleavage, and transparent crystal form; commonly found globally in almost all geological environments.
