mineral
Red Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on Mohs scale, red to pinkish-white color due to hematite inclusions, vitreous luster, trigonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on Mohs scale, red to pinkish-white color due to hematite inclusions, vitreous luster, trigonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture.
Formation & geological history
Formed through hydrothermal processes or silica-rich solutions precipitating in cavities, often associated with igneous and metamorphic environments.
Uses & applications
Used in jewelry, decorative carvings, and metaphysical practices.
Geological facts
The red coloration is caused by microscopic inclusions of iron oxide minerals like hematite trapped inside the crystal matrix during growth.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its high hardness (scratches glass), lack of cleavage, and distinct red-tinted translucent appearance; commonly found globally in pegmatites and quartz veins.
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