Quartz

Name: Quartz

Mineral Category and Species:

• Category: Silicate
• Species: Tectosilicate

Structure: Hexagonal crystal system

Chemical Composition: SiO₂

Color:

• Pure Quartz: Clear
• Other Colors: White, Purple, Pink, Yellow, Black, Green , Brown

Optical Properties:

• Luster: Vitreous
• Transparency: Transparent to translucent
• Refractive Index: 1.544–1.553

Hardness: 7

Types of Quartz:

1. Macrocrystalline Quartz:
   • Amethyst
   • Citrine
   • Rose Quartz
   • Smoky Quartz
   • Rock Crystal
2. Cryptocrystalline Quartz:
   • Chalcedony
   • Agate
   • Jasper
   • Carnelian
   • Onyx

Main Localities: Brazil, Uruguay, Madagascar, United States, India, China, Russia, South Africa

Planet & Zodiac:

• Planet: Moon and the Sun
• Zodiac:
  • Clear Quartz: All zodiac signs
  • Amethyst: Pisces, Aquarius
  • Rose Quartz: Taurus, Libra
  • Citrine: Gemini, Leo

Uses:

1. Industrial Uses:
   • Electronics

      

   • Glassmaking

      

   • Abrasives
2. Decorative Uses:
   • Jewelry
   • Carvings
   • Sculptures

Healing Properties:

• Boost the immune system

   

• Promote clarity and focus

   

• Encourage positive energy and emotional balance

   

• Enhance spiritual growth