mineral
Yellow Quartz
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, yellow to golden color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture, and specific gravity of 2.65.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, yellow to golden color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, conchoidal fracture, and specific gravity of 2.65.
Formation & geological history
Formed in hydrothermal veins and pegmatites through the precipitation of silica-rich solutions under high pressure and temperature over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in jewelry, decorative carvings, and metaphysical collections.
Geological facts
Yellow coloration is typically caused by natural irradiation or sub-microscopic iron oxide inclusions within the crystal matrix.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its yellow hue, high hardness, and lack of cleavage. Commonly found worldwide in metamorphic, igneous, and sedimentary environments.
