
sedimentary/metamorphic
Jasper or Agatized material
Microcrystalline Quartz (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6.5-7 on the Mohs scale. Yellow-orange to brownish color, waxy to dull luster. Microcrystalline structure, conchoidal fracture.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6.5-7 on the Mohs scale. Yellow-orange to brownish color, waxy to dull luster. Microcrystalline structure, conchoidal fracture.
Formation & geological history
Forms from silica-rich fluids precipitating in cavities or cracks within rocks over geological time scales.
Uses & applications
Used in lapidary arts, jewelry, and as decorative stones or collector's items.
Geological facts
Jasper is an opaque variety of chalcedony. The yellow-orange color is typically due to iron oxide impurities.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its hardness, conchoidal fracture, and opacity. Commonly found in riverbeds or beaches where water has smoothed it.
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