Quartz look-alikes

Quartz

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Several rocks and minerals can be confused with Quartz. Below are documented look-alikes and the features that tell them apart. Never rely on a single feature. Always check multiple properties.

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Calcite

Also known as: Calcium Carbonate

Feldspar

Feldspar Group

Also known as: Potassium Feldspar, Plagioclase Feldspar

Topaz

Also known as: Aluminum Fluorosilicate

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