Call number:
E2
Translated title:
Quartz
Place of origin:
Urals
Depositional environment:
Sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous rocks. Quartz is the most common mineral found on the surface of the Earth. A significant component of many igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rocks, this natural form of silicon dioxide is found in an impressive range of varieties and colours.
Description:
Sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous rocks. Quartz is the most common mineral found on the surface of the Earth. A significant component of many igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rocks, this natural form of silicon dioxide is found in an impressive range of varieties and colours.
Chemical formula:
SiO2
Crystal system:
Trigonal
Crystal schema:
Trapezohedral
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