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Quartz in Minecraft

Quartz is a mineral that can be crafted from Nether Quartz. They were added to Minecraft in v1.5. The quartz block appears white in color on all six sides and is currently used for construction and decoration.


A block of quartz (via screenshot)


How to get quartz?


Quartz can be both crafted by players and found naturally. Players can find four blocks of quartz in a bastion remnant. To pick them up you will need to use a pickaxe, otherwise nothing will be dropped when the block is broken. Players can craft quartz blocks themselves by using nether quartz. Nether quartz is a mineral that is only found in the nether. Players can mine this mineral, similar to gold or iron.


Making a block of quartz from four nether quartz (via screenshot)


What is the use of quartz?


Quartz blocks are used as building and decorative items. Since they have a fully white appearance, players use quartz for building modern structures. The quartz block can be crafted into quartz slabs and stairs. Smelting a quartz block produces a smooth quartz block.


Crafting quartz stairs (via screenshot)


Conclusion


The quartz block is a building and decorative block that is most commonly used for construction purposes. It is also used in a few crafting recipes and can be smelted to make smooth quartz blocks.


FAQs


Q. How to get quartz blocks?

A. You can find quartz blocks in bastion remnants or craft them using four pieces of nether quartz.


Q. Where can you find quartz?

A. Quartz can only be found in the Nether since it is exclusive to that dimension.


Q. Can you smelt quartz blocks?

A. Yes, you can smelt quartz blocks to make smooth quartz blocks.


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