Quartz
Quartz is a very common mineral that is widely used in building materials such as countertops, tile floors, and walls. Quartz is strong, durable, and heat-resistant, making it a popular choice for home and commercial construction projects. Quartz is also used in jewelry and decorative stones, as well as in electronics and optics. Quartz is one of the most abundant minerals on Earth, the top countries with the highest quartz reserves in the world are the United States, China, India, Turkey, and Brazil. These countries make up over 70% of the total global quartz reserves.