mineral
Rose Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, pink to rose-red color, vitreous to greasy luster, hexagonal crystal system, and conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, pink to rose-red color, vitreous to greasy luster, hexagonal crystal system, and conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage.
Formation & geological history
Forms primarily in pegmatites and hydrothermal veins through the inclusion of microscopic fibers of pink dumortierite or silicate minerals.
Uses & applications
Widely used in ornamental carvings, gemstone jewelry, and metaphysical practices for its purported calming energy.
Geological facts
The pink coloration is often attributed to trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese, or microscopic mineral inclusions.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its distinctive pink hue and lack of cleavage; found globally including in Brazil, Madagascar, and parts of East Africa.
