mineral
Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, vitreous luster, conchoidal fracture, and typically white, clear, or milky in color.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, vitreous luster, conchoidal fracture, and typically white, clear, or milky in color.
Formation & geological history
Forms in hydrothermal veins, pegmatites, and as a primary component of igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks.
Uses & applications
Used in electronics, glassmaking, abrasives, and as a popular gemstone or decorative mineral specimen.
Geological facts
Quartz is one of the most abundant minerals in Earth's continental crust and exhibits strong piezoelectric properties.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its high hardness (scratches glass), lack of cleavage, and distinct conchoidal fracture; found worldwide.
