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Individual Minerals
Rose Quartz

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Crystal Structure

Rose Quartz Crystal Shape

Chemical Name

Si02
Silicon Oxide
with traces of manganese or titanium
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Information

Dot Rose Quartz color is caused by traces of manganese or titanium.
Dot Unlike Rock Crystal, Rose Quartz is uncommon in crystal form and usually occurs in massive forms in pegmatites.
Dot Rose Quartz has a trigonal crystal structure.
 
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