mineral
Quartz pebble
Silicon dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, typically white, pink, or translucent with a vitreous luster and conchoidal fracture.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, typically white, pink, or translucent with a vitreous luster and conchoidal fracture.
Formation & geological history
Formed through regional or contact metamorphism and weathering processes, often smoothed by water transport in rivers or beaches.
Uses & applications
Used in landscaping, decorative items, and as raw material for glass and electronics manufacturing.
Geological facts
Quartz is one of the most abundant minerals in the Earth's continental crust and exhibits piezoelectric properties.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its high hardness, inability to be scratched by steel, and lack of cleavage.
