mineral
Rose Quartz
Quartz (Silicon Dioxide, SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, pale pink to deep rose color, vitreous to greasy luster, trigonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, pale pink to deep rose color, vitreous to greasy luster, trigonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage.
Formation & geological history
Forms primarily in pegmatites and hydrothermal veins through slow crystallization from silica-rich solutions at high temperatures.
Uses & applications
Widely used in ornamental carving, gemstone jewelry, and decorative spheres, as well as valued by mineral collectors.
Geological facts
The pink coloration is typically attributed to microscopic fiber inclusions of pink dumortierite or titanium and iron impurities within the quartz matrix.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its distinct pink hue and massive habit rather than well-formed crystal points; commonly found in Madagascar, Brazil, and the USA.
