mineral
Quartz Pebble
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, grayish-white color, vitreous luster, conchoidal fracture, and specific gravity around 2.65.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, grayish-white color, vitreous luster, conchoidal fracture, and specific gravity around 2.65.
Formation & geological history
Formed through the weathering and prolonged aqueous transportation of parent igneous or metamorphic rocks, smoothing rough edges into a rounded pebble.
Uses & applications
Used in landscaping, decorative stone displays, tumbling, and as a raw material source for silicon and glass manufacturing.
Geological facts
Quartz is the second most abundant mineral in Earth's continental crust and exhibits piezoelectric properties.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its high hardness (scratches glass), lack of cleavage, and smooth water-worn shape. Found worldwide in riverbeds and beaches.
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