mineral
White Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, milky white color, vitreous to greasy luster, hexagonal crystal system, and lacks cleavage.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, milky white color, vitreous to greasy luster, hexagonal crystal system, and lacks cleavage.
Formation & geological history
Forms primarily from cooling magma in hydrothermal veins and pegmatites, developing over millions of years across diverse geological settings.
Uses & applications
Used in electronics, glassmaking, abrasive powders, and as a popular decorative gemstone or collector specimen.
Geological facts
Quartz is one of the most abundant minerals in Earth's continental crust and exhibits piezoelectric properties.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its high hardness, conchoidal fracture, and lack of reaction to acid; found globally in nearly all rock types.
