Nature Find of the Week: Quartz 🤷‍♀️ Turns out even one of the most common minerals can still feel a little magical.

🧐 What it is: Quartz is a hard, crystalline mineral made of silicon and oxygen. It often forms clear or milky crystals and can also appear in massive, glassy-looking chunks within rocks. It is the second most abundant mineral found in North Carolina and around the world. 🌎 Why it’s cool: Quartz plays a major role in shaping landscapes over time and shows up in everything from sand to mountain rock. It’s also used in technology, glassmaking, and even helps power watches and electronics thanks to its unique properties. 🔍 Look for it: Along creek beds, in gravel roads, or embedded in rocky outcrops. Watch for pieces that look glassy or sparkle in the sunlight, especially when wet. 💬 Have you ever spotted a glimmering quartz crystal on a hike? Tag us in your own #NatureFindsFriday post, we’d love to see what you’ve discovered!