mineral
Pink Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, pale pink to rose color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, pale pink to rose color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture.
Formation & geological history
Forms in pegmatites and hydrothermal veins during late-stage magmatic crystallization.
Uses & applications
Used primarily in jewelry, decorative carvings, and as a spiritual or ornamental gemstone.
Geological facts
The pink color is typically attributed to trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese within the silica matrix.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its distinctive pink hue and lack of cleavage; commonly found globally in pegmatite deposits.
