This sphere is carved from quartz and enhanced with a glow-in-the-dark treatment, allowing it to emit a soft luminescence after being exposed to light. Quartz is one of the most abundant minerals on Earth, valued for its durability and clarity, while the glow feature highlights how materials can store and release light energy.
Details:
- Material: Quartz (SiO₂) with glow-in-the-dark enhancement
- Size: Approximately 2 to 2.5 inches in diameter
- Appearance: Smooth, polished sphere with a natural quartz look that glows when placed in darkness after light exposure
- Formation: Quartz forms in silica-rich environments through crystallization; the glow effect is achieved with a luminescent treatment
- Physical Properties: Mohs hardness 7; vitreous luster; durable and light-reactive surface
- Educational Value: Demonstrates natural quartz properties along with luminescence, a process where materials absorb light energy and re-emit it in darkness
This glow-in-the-dark quartz sphere is both an eye-catching decorative piece and a fun example of mineral science combined with modern enhancement.
