mineral
Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, vitreous luster, conchoidal fracture, and trigonal crystal system with colorless or milky appearance.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, vitreous luster, conchoidal fracture, and trigonal crystal system with colorless or milky appearance.
Formation & geological history
Forms in igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary environments through crystallization from silica-rich fluids over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in electronics, glassmaking, ornamentation, 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 in river gravels and pegmatites worldwide.
