mineral
Rose Quartz
Silicon dioxide (SiO2) with trace amounts of titanium, iron, or manganese
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectMohs hardness of 7; pale pink to rose red color; vitreous luster; hexagonal crystal system; conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage.
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Physical properties
Mohs hardness of 7; pale pink to rose red color; vitreous luster; hexagonal crystal system; conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage.
Formation & geological history
Forms primarily in pegmatites, hydrothermal veins, and metamorphic environments during cooling processes.
Uses & applications
Widely used in ornamental carvings, gemstone jewelry, holistic wellness, and decorative tumbled stones.
Geological facts
Its distinct pink coloration is attributed to microscopic fiber inclusions of a mineral related to dumortierite.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its conchoidal fracture, pink hue, and lack of cleavage. Found globally, notably in Brazil, Madagascar, and the USA.
