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| − | '''Quartz''' is the most common [[mineral]] found on earth. More accurately, Silicon Dioxide, quartz has a chemical composition of SiO<sub>2</sub> arranged in a repeating | + | '''Quartz''' is the most common [[mineral]] found on earth. More accurately, Silicon Dioxide, quartz has a chemical composition of SiO<sub>2</sub> arranged in a repeating lattice forming [[crystal|crystals]]. If the quartz is pure it would be clear, but the colored variations are created because of impurities in the crystal. |
<br> Quartz is used in a number of applications such as [[glass]] making, optical lenses, abrasives, in electrical components or decorative gemstones or other stone. | <br> Quartz is used in a number of applications such as [[glass]] making, optical lenses, abrasives, in electrical components or decorative gemstones or other stone. | ||
[[Category:Minerals]] | [[Category:Minerals]] | ||
Revision as of 17:31, September 24, 2007
Quartz is the most common mineral found on earth. More accurately, Silicon Dioxide, quartz has a chemical composition of SiO2 arranged in a repeating lattice forming crystals. If the quartz is pure it would be clear, but the colored variations are created because of impurities in the crystal.
Quartz is used in a number of applications such as glass making, optical lenses, abrasives, in electrical components or decorative gemstones or other stone.