mineral
Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale. Color ranges from clear/white to various shades with vitreous luster and trigonal crystal structure.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale. Color ranges from clear/white to various shades with vitreous luster and trigonal crystal structure.
Formation & geological history
Forms in igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary environments through crystallization from silica-rich fluids and melts.
Uses & applications
Used in electronics, glassmaking, abrasives, and as gemstones or mineral specimens in jewelry.
Geological facts
Quartz is one of the most abundant and durable minerals in Earth's continental crust, exhibiting piezoelectric properties.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its conchoidal fracture, lack of cleavage, and high hardness capable of scratching glass; found globally.
