mineral
Quartz Pebble
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, typically white, yellow, or translucent with a vitreous luster and conchoidal fracture.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, typically white, yellow, or translucent with a vitreous luster and conchoidal fracture.
Formation & geological history
Formed through the mechanical weathering and water transport of larger quartz rocks in riverbeds or marine environments.
Uses & applications
Used in landscaping, decorative aggregates, and occasionally in lapidary work.
Geological facts
Quartz is one of the most abundant and durable minerals on Earth's continental crust, surviving extensive weathering cycles.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its high hardness, lack of cleavage, and resistance to scratching by steel; commonly found in river gravels worldwide.
