Conservapedia:Manual of Style/Minerals
| Quartz | |
|---|---|
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| Chemical name | Silicon dioxide |
| Chemical formula | SiO2 |
| Identification | |
| Colors | Clear (with no impurities) |
| Crystal habit | 6-sided prism ending in 6-sided pyramid |
| Crystal system | rhombohedral |
| Cleavage | None |
| Fracture | Conchoidal |
| Hardness | 7 |
| Name origin | German "Quarz". |
| Specific gravity | 2.65 |
| Streak | White |
The following are guidelines for creating and editing articles pertaining to minerals.
Contents
Infobox
The mineral template infobox (example right) is to be used for all articles.
Description
A brief description of the mineral. If the mineral is a birthstone or gemstone, this information should be mentioned.
Varieties
Names and brief descriptions of varieties based on significant differences in chemical composition or properties.
History
Discuss the history of this mineral. Some of them have ancient history and some are modern. This history can include more details on how its name originated.
Physical Properties
Details of the physical properties such as hardness, cleavage, fracture, crystal structure, specific gravity, radioactivity, etc.
Optical Properties
Details of the optical properties such as color, transparency, streak, luster, fluorescence, etc.
Distinctive Features
Prominent features likely to lead to identification.
Tests
Flame and chemical tests.
Formation
Describe how the mineral forms; such as mineral veins and its association with different rocks.
Uses
List any uses such as industrial, ornamental, etc.
Occurrences
List the occurrences of this mineral throughout the world. Start with the type locality.
External Links
Add external links to this mineral from the following sources:
Gallery
If there are multiple images of this mineral, display them at the bottom of the article using the <gallery> tag.
Amethyst crystals
Amethyst crystals
Large amethyst geode on display at the American Geological Institute
Amethyst sample
