mineral
Rose Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale; pale to deep pink color; vitreous to greasy luster; hexagonal crystal system (though usually found in massive form); conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage; specific gravity of 2.65.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale; pale to deep pink color; vitreous to greasy luster; hexagonal crystal system (though usually found in massive form); conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage; specific gravity of 2.65.
Formation & geological history
Forms primarily in pegmatites, hydrothermal veins, and metamorphic environments from cooling magma solutions rich in silica, trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese.
Uses & applications
Widely used in ornamental carvings, gemstone jewelry, decorative items, and popular in the metaphysical and crystal collecting community.
Geological facts
The pink coloration is traditionally attributed to microscopic fibers of dumortierite or microscopic inclusions of titanium and iron within the quartz matrix.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its distinctive pink color, glassy luster, and lack of cleavage. Found globally with major deposits in Brazil, Madagascar, South Africa, and the USA.
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