Quartz is a mineral composed of silicon and oxygen, with a chemical composition of SiO2. Quartz is the most abundant and widely distributed mineral on Earth's surface. It is present and plentiful in all parts of the world. It forms at all temperatures. It is found abundant in igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks. It is highly resistant to both mechanical and chemical weathering. Quartz is ubiquitous, plentiful and durable. Minable deposits are found throughout the world.
Quartz is used in many industries such as glassmaking, ceramics, Ferro Alloy Industries, Nuclear, Pharmaceutical, Crucibles, Semiconductors, Electronics, Rubbers& Plastics, Paints, Kitchen countertops, Abrasives, Petroleum, etc.
Quartz is usually available in Boulders, Lumps, Chips, Grits and in Powder form.