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Lithium Quartz
Lithium Quartz

Lithium Quartz

Lithium Quartz

A species of Quartz

Lithium Quartz is a trading name for the pink or purple translucent to opaque variety of quartz. Little is known about this stone, only that it possibly contains inclusions of the chemical element lithium. There are only a few localities that mine for it. It is often sold in the form of crystals.

Hardness
Hardness:

7

Density
Density:

2.64 - 2.69 g/cm³

General Info About Lithium Quartz

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Physical Properties of Lithium Quartz

Luster
Vitreous
Diaphaneity
Transparent to translucent
Colors
Pink, purple
Magnetism
Non-magnetic
Tenacity
Brittle
Cleavage
None
Fracture
Conchoidal
Streak
White
Crystal System
Trigonal
Hardness
7 , Hard
Density
2.64 - 2.69 g/cm³, Normal Weight
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Chemical Properties of Lithium Quartz

Chemical Classification
Silicates
Formula
SiO2
Elements listed
O, Si

Optical Properties of Lithium Quartz

Refractive Index
1.544-1.553
Birefringence
0.009
Pleochroism
Weakly dichroic
Dispersion
0.013
Optical Character
Biaxial positive

Health Risk of Lithium Quartz

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What is the hazards of Lithium Quartz?

Harm Type
Physical Toxicity
Lithium Quartz in powdered form can be toxic due to its Crystalline Silica content.
Quartz, silica, crystalline silica and flint are non-toxic materials, but very fine dust containing quartz, known as respirable crystalline silicon (RCS), can cause serious and fatal lung disease. Lapidaries should exercise caution when cutting silica.

How to prevent the risks of Lithium Quartz?

Avoid long-term inhalation of its dust!
Lithium Quartz is typically non-toxic unless it's in powder form. Long-term exposure to finely ground powder may lead to silicosis. Therefore, when cutting or polishing lithium Quartz, be sure to wear a dust mask to avoid inhaling its dust.

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Characteristics of Lithium Quartz

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Uses of Lithium Quartz

Lithium Quartz is a rare form of quartz that contains small amounts of lithium, which gives it a pleasant pinkish tinge and makes it popular with mineral collectors. This stone is only mined at one location in Brazil, but despite this, it isn't particularly expensive. Lithium Quartz is collected in raw crystal or polished forms.

Healing Properties of Lithium Quartz

Lithium Quartz is a powerful stone that can allegedly influence all of the chakras. It's believed to help manage the symptoms of depression and purify each chakra individually. It's considered a stone of balance, restoring the connection between the mind and emotions. When coupled with meditation, it's believed lithium Quartz aids the inner journey and calms anxieties.
Chakras
Root, Sacral, Solar Plexus, Heart, Throat, Third Eye, Crown

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