mineral
Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on Mohs scale, vitreous luster, transparent to translucent, and lacks cleavage with conchoidal fracture.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on Mohs scale, vitreous luster, transparent to translucent, and lacks cleavage with conchoidal fracture.
Formation & geological history
Forms in igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary environments through crystallization from silica-rich fluids and melts.
Uses & applications
Used in electronics, glassmaking, oscillators, abrasives, and as a popular gemstone in jewelry and carving.
Geological facts
Quartz is one of the most abundant minerals in Earth's continental crust and exhibits piezoelectric properties.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its high hardness, inability to be scratched by steel, and distinct conchoidal fracture.
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