mineral
Milky Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, white to milky color due to microscopic fluid inclusions, vitreous to greasy luster, and conchoidal fracture.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, white to milky color due to microscopic fluid inclusions, vitreous to greasy luster, and conchoidal fracture.
Formation & geological history
Forms primarily from hydrothermal solutions at varying temperatures and is commonly found in veins, pegmatites, and igneous or metamorphic rocks.
Uses & applications
Used in glassmaking, abrasives, electronics, and as a common lapidary or mineral specimen.
Geological facts
Milky quartz is the most common variety of crystalline quartz found distributed globally in almost every geological environment.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified in the field by its distinct white color, lack of cleavage, and high hardness that scratches glass.
