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Is quartz radioactive

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Does quartz give off radiation?

Some varieties may contain radioactive material, whether because the atoms are radioactive themselves or have been irradiated by other minerals.


Why is the time given by quartz clock supposed to be accurate?

The question indicates a basic lack of clock mechanism or electronics knowledge. A quartz clock *can* be horridly IN-accurate if the rest of the mechanism of off kilter. Quartz crystals are used to count time due to their consistent frequency of vibration. And it is a safe and inexpensive application of technology. Radioactive atomic clocks are also used, but you don't want one on your wrist or in your house. - side note: most smoke detectors have a tiny radioactive "source" in them


What is the plural of quartz?

The plural of quartz is quartz or quartzes.


How does smoky quartz form from quartz?

during heat prusure and time it changers from quartz to smoky quartz


Plural form of quartz?

The word quartz does not have a suffix. Quartz is a noun and is a mineral that is white and colorless and made of silicon dioxide.


Why is it called Bull Quartz?

bull quartz is SiO2 (quartz) with no appreciable economic elements -- in other words uneconomic quartz


What are some minerals that have quartz in them?

Quartz is a mineral. No other minerals contain quartz.


Is quartz(rose) a rock or mineral?

Rose quartz is a variety of quartz which is a mineral.


Is this a word Quartz?

Quartz is a color.


Is quartz magnetic?

Quartz is not magnetic.


Is quartz an atom?

No quartz is a mineral.


Is quartz an element?

No. Quartz is a compound.