mineral
Green Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, pale to vivid green color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, pale to vivid green color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture.
Formation & geological history
Formed in hydrothermal veins and pegmatites through the deposition of silica-rich fluids under high pressure and temperature.
Uses & applications
Used primarily in lapidary work, ornamental carvings, jewelry making, and mineral collections.
Geological facts
The green coloration is typically caused by microscopic inclusions of minerals like chlorite, actinolite, or fuchsite.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its high hardness, conchoidal fracture, and characteristic green hue; commonly found in metamorphic and igneous environments worldwide.
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