mineral
White Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectMohs hardness of 7, white or milky color, vitreous to greasy luster, trigonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage.
Identified More mineral →
Explore White Quartz in the encyclopedia →Identify your own rocks.
Get a report just like this from any photo, free.
Physical properties
Mohs hardness of 7, white or milky color, vitreous to greasy luster, trigonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage.
Formation & geological history
Forms primarily from cooling magma in igneous pegmatites or hydrothermal veins, spanning across geological ages.
Uses & applications
Widely used in glassmaking, electronics, abrasive manufacturing, and ornamental jewelry.
Geological facts
Quartz is the second most abundant mineral in Earth's continental crust and exhibits strong piezoelectric properties.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its high hardness (scratches glass) and lack of cleavage; found globally in nearly all rock types.
