mineral
Pink Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (Quartz), SiO2
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness: 7 on Mohs scale, Color: Pale pink to rose red, Luster: Vitreous, Crystal structure: Trigonal, Cleavage: None, Specific Gravity: 2.65
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Physical properties
Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale, Color: Pale pink to rose red, Luster: Vitreous, Crystal structure: Trigonal, Cleavage: None, Specific Gravity: 2.65
Formation & geological history
Forms mainly in pegmatites and hydrothermal veins, as well as in metamorphic and sedimentary rocks.
Uses & applications
Used frequently in decorative items, jewelry, carvings, and as a popular tumbled stone for metaphysical and collector purposes.
Geological facts
The pink color is generally attributed to microscopic trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese, or sometimes microscopic inclusions of dumortierite.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its distinct pink coloration and conchoidal fracture. Common localities include Brazil, Madagascar, South Africa, and the United States.
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