mineral
White Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectMohs hardness of 7, white or colorless, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture.
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Physical properties
Mohs hardness of 7, white or colorless, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture.
Formation & geological history
Forms in igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary environments through the crystallization of silica-rich solutions.
Uses & applications
Used in electronics, glassmaking, abrasives, and as a semi-precious gemstone or decorative specimen.
Geological facts
Quartz is one of the most abundant minerals in the Earth's continental crust and exhibits piezoelectric properties.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its high hardness, lack of cleavage, and conchoidal fracture; found worldwide.
