mineral
White Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on Mohs scale, white to milky color, vitreous to greasy luster, trigonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on Mohs scale, white to milky color, vitreous to greasy luster, trigonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage.
Formation & geological history
Forms in igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary environments through the cooling of silica-rich solutions or magma.
Uses & applications
Used in electronics, glassmaking, abrasives, and as an ornamental gemstone or collector specimen.
Geological facts
Quartz is one of the most abundant minerals in Earth's continental crust and exhibits strong piezoelectric properties.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its high hardness (scratches glass), lack of cleavage, and distinct conchoidal fracture found worldwide.
