mineral
Quartz Crystal
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, transparent to translucent with vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, and no cleavage.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, transparent to translucent with vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, and no cleavage.
Formation & geological history
Formed from cooling magma in hydrothermal veins or pegmatites, found worldwide in various geological environments.
Uses & applications
Widely used in electronics, oscillators, gemstones, glassware, and decorative or metaphysical collections.
Geological facts
Quartz is one of the most abundant minerals in Earth's continental crust and exhibits piezoelectric properties.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its distinct hexagonal prisms, pyramid terminations, and high scratch resistance; common globally.
