About Quartz
A transparent to translucent form of quartz, often called 'Rock Crystal' or 'Master Healer.' It's highly valued for its ability to amplify energy, intentions, and the properties of other stones, aiding clarity and healing.
Primary Hues
Colorless, Transparent, White (milky)
Metaphysical Properties
Known as an amplifier of energy and thought. Believed to aid concentration, unlock memory, stimulate the immune system, and bring the body into balance. Can be programmed with intention.
Associated Tarot Cards
The Magician
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Represents harnessing universal energy and amplifying intention- the core function of Clear Quartz.
The Sun
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Symbolizes clarity- vitality- and consciousness- aligning with Clear Quartz's pure light energy.
Associated Deities
All
Pantheon: All
Domain: Universal Consciousness- All-seeing
Rationale: Considered a master crystal- it attunes to the energy of any deity or intention.
Metaphysical Uses
Energy Amplification Grids
Intention Programming
Healing Layouts (Nearby Placement)
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Geological & Scientific Details
Quartz is classified as a tectosilicates, quartz group mineral which typically crystallizes in the α-quartz: trigonal β-quartz: hexagonal system. Its chemical formula is SiO2. Common crystal habits include 6-sided prism ending in 6-sided pyramid (typical), drusy, fine-grained to microcrystalline, massive.
Key Geological Properties:
- Mineral Category: Tectosilicates, quartz group
- Chemical Formula: SiO2
- IMA Symbol: Qz[1]
- Crystal System: α-quartz: trigonal β-quartz: hexagonal
- Formula Mass (g/mol): 60.083 g·mol−1
- Predominant Geological Color: Colorless, pink, orange, white, green, yellow, blue, purple, dark brown, or black
- Crystal Habit: 6-sided prism ending in 6-sided pyramid (typical), drusy, fine-grained to microcrystalline, massive
- Twinning: Common Dauphine law, Brazil law, and Japan law
- Cleavage: none[5]
- Luster: Vitreous – waxy to dull when massive
- Streak: White
- Diaphaneity: Transparent to nearly opaque
Associated Minerals
- Quartz
- Amethyst
- Rose Quartz
- Smoky Quartz
- Citrine
- Rutilated Quartz
- Tourmalinated Quartz