mineral
Rose Quartz
Silicon dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, pale pink to rose-red color, vitreous to greasy luster, hexagonal crystal system, and conchoidal fracture.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, pale pink to rose-red color, vitreous to greasy luster, hexagonal crystal system, and conchoidal fracture.
Formation & geological history
Forms primarily in pegmatites and hydrothermal veins through cooling magma and mineral-rich fluids.
Uses & applications
Widely used in jewelry, ornamental carvings, and crystal healing.
Geological facts
The pink color is attributed to microscopic inclusions of dumortierite or fibrous silicate minerals within the quartz.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its distinct pink coloration and lack of distinct cleavage; commonly found worldwide, notably in Brazil, Madagascar, and the USA.
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