mineral
Quartz
Silicon dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on Mohs scale, vitreous luster, conchoidal fracture, and trigonal crystal system with various colors including clear, white, and brown.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on Mohs scale, vitreous luster, conchoidal fracture, and trigonal crystal system with various colors including clear, white, and brown.
Formation & geological history
Forms in igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary environments through the crystallization of silica-rich fluids.
Uses & applications
Widely used in electronics, glassware, precision instruments, and gemstone jewelry.
Geological facts
Quartz is one of the most abundant minerals in the Earth's continental crust and exhibits strong piezoelectric properties.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its high hardness, lack of cleavage, and distinct conchoidal fracture; commonly found globally in pegmatites and veins.
