mineral
Rose Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) with trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness: 7 on Mohs scale, Color: Pale pink to rose red, Luster: Vitreous to greasy, Crystal System: Trigonal, Cleavage: None, Specific Gravity: 2.65
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Physical properties
Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale, Color: Pale pink to rose red, Luster: Vitreous to greasy, Crystal System: Trigonal, Cleavage: None, Specific Gravity: 2.65
Formation & geological history
Forms primarily in pegmatites and hydrothermal veins, as well as in metamorphic and sedimentary environments.
Uses & applications
Used widely in jewelry, ornamental carvings, crystal healing, and decorative objects.
Geological facts
Rose quartz is often found in massive form rather than as distinct crystals. Its pink color is traditionally attributed to microscopic fibers of a pink dumortierite-like mineral.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its distinctive pink color and lack of cleavage. Found globally, with notable deposits in Brazil, Madagascar, South Africa, and the USA.
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