mineral
White Quartz Pendant
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, milky white to translucent color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, and no cleavage.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, milky white to translucent color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, and no cleavage.
Formation & geological history
Forms in hydrothermal veins and pegmatites through the cooling of silica-rich solutions over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in jewelry, electronics, and ornamental carvings.
Geological facts
Quartz is one of the most abundant minerals on Earth and exhibits piezoelectric properties.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its high hardness, lack of cleavage, and conchoidal fracture; commonly found worldwide.
