mineral
Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, milky white to clear color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, milky white to clear color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture.
Formation & geological history
Forms in igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary environments through the cooling of silica-rich solutions or magma.
Uses & applications
Used in electronics, glassmaking, abrasives, and as a semi-precious gemstone in jewelry.
Geological facts
Quartz is one of the most abundant and widely distributed minerals found in Earth's continental crust.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its high hardness, lack of cleavage, and distinct conchoidal fracture; found worldwide in veins and sandstones.
