Macro Photograph of a White Quartz Crystal Cluster. This is a detailed macro photograph capturing the intricate beauty of a raw white and clear quartz crystal cluster. The image showcases a dense formation of interlocking hexagonal crystals, with their natural facets and sharp terminations clearly visible. The light interacts with the translucent, glassy (vitreous) surfaces, creating a brilliant sparkle that highlights the complex textures and internal clarity of the mineral. A shallow depth of field brings the foreground crystals into sharp focus, revealing their subtle growth patterns, while the background softens into a luminous crystalline mass. This specimen was photographed at an exhibit in the Chongqing Natural Resources Science Popularization Museum.Characteristics and Uses:Quartz, a crystalline mineral composed of silicon and oxygen atoms (SiO 2? ), is one of the most common minerals on Earth. It is renowned for its hardness (7 on the Mohs scale) and durability. Due to its excellent piezoelectric properties (the ability to generate an electric charge in response to applied mechanical stress), quartz is a critical component in electronics, including watches, radios, and computers. As a gemstone, clear quartz, often called "rock crystal," is fashioned into jewelry, spheres, and decorative carvings. It is also widely used in various spiritual and wellness practices, valued for its purported properties of healing, cleansing, and energy amplification.
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