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, and conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, white to translucent color, vitreous to greasy luster, and conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage.
Formation & geological history
Formed through the cooling and precipitation of silica-rich hydrothermal solutions in veins and pegmatites.
Uses & applications
Used in gemstone carving, decorative items, glassmaking, and industrial silica applications.
Geological facts
It is the most common variety of quartz found on Earth, often appearing milky due to microscopic fluid inclusions.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its high hardness, lack of cleavage, and distinct milky-white translucency; found worldwide.
