quartz
Pronunciation
  • (RP) IPA: /kwɔːts/
  • (GA) IPA: /kwɔɹts/, /kɔɹts/
Noun

quartz

  1. (mineral) The most abundant mineral on the earth's surface, of chemical composition silicon dioxide, SiO2. It occurs in a variety of forms, both crystalline and amorphous. Found in every environment.
Synonyms Related terms
  • Colorado topaz
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