mineral
Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on Mohs scale. Color ranges from white to transparent. Vitreous luster with trigonal crystal system and conchoidal fracture.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on Mohs scale. Color ranges from white to transparent. Vitreous luster with trigonal crystal system and conchoidal fracture.
Formation & geological history
Forms in igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary environments through the cooling of magma or precipitation from hydrothermal solutions.
Uses & applications
Used in electronics, glassmaking, abrasives, and as gemstones in jewelry.
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 high hardness, lack of cleavage, and characteristic conchoidal fracture; found worldwide in almost all geological settings.
