mineral
White Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, white or 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 the Mohs scale, white or milky color, vitreous to greasy luster, trigonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture with no true cleavage.
Formation & geological history
Forms primarily in hydrothermal veins and igneous pegmatites through the cooling and precipitation of silica-rich solutions.
Uses & applications
Widely used in jewelry making, glass production, electronics, and as an ornamental gemstone.
Geological facts
Quartz is one of the most abundant and versatile minerals in the Earth's continental crust.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its high hardness, lack of cleavage, and distinct conchoidal fracture; found globally in nearly all geological environments.
