mineral
Milky Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, white to translucent color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, and conchoidal fracture.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, white to translucent color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, and conchoidal fracture.
Formation & geological history
Formed from cooling magma or hydrothermal veins rich in silica, deposited over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Used in glassmaking, electronics, abrasive manufacturing, and as a decorative specimen.
Geological facts
Milky quartz is the most common variety of quartz found on Earth, often clouded by microscopic fluid inclusions.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its high hardness, lack of cleavage, and characteristic white, cloudy appearance.
