Quartz is a mineral with a wide range of uses. It is mainly composed of silicon dioxide. Here are some of the uses of quartz in everyday products:
1. Kitchen and bathroom countertop
Quartz is often used as kitchen and bathroom countertop because of its durability, wear resistance and aesthetic property. In addition, using quartz as countertop can avoid penetration and bacterial growth.
2. Daily glass products
Quartz is the main ingredient in glass production. It is used to make various types of glass, including container glass, e.g: bottles, flat glass, e.g: windows, and specialty glass, e.g: optical fibers. The high silica content ensures the strength and transparency of the final product.
3. Electronic products
Timekeeping devices: the piezoelectric property of quartz makes it an essential material for clocks and watches. It vibrates at a precise frequency to help keep accurate time. Additionally, quartz is also used to transmit signals in radios, televisions, and other electronic devices.
4. Accessories
Various types of quartz, such as amethyst, citrine, rose quartz and smoky quartz, are widely used in accessories because of their transparency and hardness.
5. Ceramic products
Quartz is used in ceramic industry to produce tiles and pottery. It can improve the hardness and heat resistance of ceramic products, and provide ideal white color for ceramic glazes.
6. Building Materials
The hardness of quartz makes it suitable for a variety of construction uses, for example, quartz is used as aggregate in concrete and asphalt, and it is also used as abrasive material in sandblasting and sandpaper.
7. Sports Facilities
Quartz sand is fine and durable, so it is used in sports facilities, such as: beach volleyball courts, golf courses and children’s sandboxes.
Summary
The uses of quartz mentioned above highlight the importance of quartz in multiple fields, making it an essential material in our daily life.
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