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 luster, hexagonal crystal system, indistinct cleavage, specific gravity of 2.65.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, pale pink to rose-red color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, indistinct cleavage, specific gravity of 2.65.
Formation & geological history
Forms mainly in pegmatites and hydrothermal veins through cooling magma and mineral-rich fluid deposition.
Uses & applications
Widely used in ornamental carvings, gemstone jewelry, and decorative spheres.
Geological facts
The pink coloration is attributed to microscopic trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese embedded within the quartz structure.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its distinctive pink hue and conchoidal fracture; commonly sourced from Brazil, Madagascar, and the USA.
