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, trigonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage, and specific gravity of 2.65.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, pink to rose-red color, vitreous to greasy luster, trigonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage, and specific gravity of 2.65.
Formation & geological history
Forms primarily in pegmatites and hydrothermal veins through the cooling of silica-rich magma at high temperatures.
Uses & applications
Widely used in jewelry, ornamental carvings, and holistic wellness practices for metaphysical purposes.
Geological facts
The pink coloration is attributed to microscopic inclusions of pink dumortierite fibers or titanium and iron impurities within the crystal lattice.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its distinct pink hue and lack of distinct crystal faces in massive forms; commonly found globally, notably in Brazil, Madagascar, and the USA.
