mineral
Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, typically white or clear with a vitreous luster and conchoidal fracture.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, typically white or clear with a vitreous luster and conchoidal fracture.
Formation & geological history
Formed in igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary environments through the crystallization of silica-rich fluids at varying temperatures.
Uses & applications
Widely used in electronics, glass manufacturing, abrasives, and as a decorative gemstone.
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 (scratches glass), lack of cleavage, and six-sided crystal forms when well-developed.
