Clear Quartz - Scientific Description

Clear Quartz - Scientific Description

Clear Quartz

 

Chemical Formula: SiO2

Colour: Mainly Clear or Colourless and/or Cloudy White

Category: Oxide Mineral

Composition: Silicon Dioxide

Mohs Hardness: 7

Crystal System: Trigonal / Hexagonal

 

Clear Quartz is part of the Quartz family, which includes but is not limited to: Amethyst, Rose Quartz, Ametrine, Chalcedony, Carnelian, Aventurine, Agate, Onyx, Jasper, Smoky Quartz, Tiger Eye, and Citrine.

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