mineral
Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, vitreous luster, conchoidal fracture, and hexagonal crystal system.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, vitreous luster, conchoidal fracture, and hexagonal crystal system.
Formation & geological history
Formed through crystallization from silica-rich hydrothermal solutions in igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary environments.
Uses & applications
Widely used in electronics, glassmaking, ornamentation, and gemstone jewelry.
Geological facts
Quartz is one of the most abundant minerals in Earth's continental crust and exhibits piezoelectric properties.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its lack of cleavage, high hardness, and distinct conchoidal fracture; found worldwide in various geological settings.
