mineral
Quartz Crystal
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, clear to milky white color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, and lacks cleavage.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, clear to milky white color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, and lacks cleavage.
Formation & geological history
Forms primarily from hydrothermal solutions and silica-rich magmas in various geological environments worldwide.
Uses & applications
Used extensively in electronics, glassmaking, oscillators, and as a popular gemstone for jewelry and metaphysical collections.
Geological facts
Quartz is the second most abundant mineral in Earth's continental crust and exhibits strong piezoelectric properties.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its distinct hexagonal prism habit, terminal pyramid faces, and inability to be scratched by steel.
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