mineral
Quartz Crystal Cluster
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectMohs hardness of 7; colorless or white; vitreous luster; hexagonal crystal system; conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage.
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Physical properties
Mohs hardness of 7; colorless or white; vitreous luster; hexagonal crystal system; conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage.
Formation & geological history
Formed via hydrothermal veins and pegmatites through the precipitation of silica-rich solutions over geological timescales.
Uses & applications
Used in electronics, oscillators, glassmaking, abrasive powders, and as a popular mineral specimen in lapidary arts.
Geological facts
Quartz is the second most abundant mineral in Earth's continental crust and exhibits strong piezoelectric properties.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its distinct hexagonal prism habit, high hardness, and resistance to weathering in diverse geological settings.
