quartz

noun

\ ˈkwȯrts

Definition of quartz

1 : a mineral consisting of silicon dioxide occurring in colorless and transparent or colored hexagonal crystals or in crystalline masses

2 : a quartz crystal that when placed in an electric field oscillates at a constant frequency and is used to control devices which require precise regulation a quartz watch

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Recent Examples on the Web While this option features jade, there are other similar tools composed of rose quartz or amethyst too. — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 24 May 2022 Evidence for tiny fossil-like structures, which are made of hematite, a form of iron oxide or rust, and encased in quartz, were found filaments and tubes, the authors note. — Bruce Dorminey, Forbes, 18 Apr. 2022 Montblanc’s emblem is presented in frosted quartz atop both the fountain and rollerball pens of this edition; this detail is meant to resemble the frozen windows on which Enzo would practice his signature as a kid. — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 28 Oct. 2021 The lightning strikes created fulgurites, which are tubes of glass formed by the fusion of quartz sand or rock from a lightning strike, according to the Utah Geological Survey. — Doyle Rice, USA TODAY, 17 Mar. 2021 The potassium-rich waters originate in the lower Dolomites before making their way to the hotel’s massive indoor thermal pool, which is designed with waterfalls and hydromassage stations, and a sprawling outdoor basin with quartz-sand floors. — Megan Michelson, Outside Online, 15 Aug. 2019 Makeup artist Charlie Riddle notes that an alternative method: Use your jade or rose-quartz roller right before foundation. — Megan Decker, refinery29.com, 24 Nov. 2021 The Beauty Magnet features a professional derma roller, rose quartz face roller, de-puffing eye roller, comedone extractor, and precise tweezer, all magnetized together for easy and travel-friendly organization. — Sarah Boyd, Forbes, 28 Sep. 2021 After almost six weeks, the quartz arrived and counters were finally installed. — Joan Elovitz Kazan, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 2 June 2022 See More

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