mineral
Milky Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, white to translucent color, vitreous to greasy luster, trigonal crystal system, and conchoidal fracture.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, white to translucent color, vitreous to greasy luster, trigonal crystal system, and conchoidal fracture.
Formation & geological history
Formed through the cooling and crystallization of silica-rich hydrothermal fluids in veins and cavities across various geological ages.
Uses & applications
Used in gemstone carving, decorative items, glassmaking, and industrial applications requiring high silica purity.
Geological facts
It is the most common variety of crystalline quartz, colored white by microscopic fluid inclusions trapped during growth.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its lack of cleavage, white color, and high hardness capable of scratching glass; commonly found worldwide.
