Nether Quartz Ore
minecraft:nether_quartz_oreNether Quartz Ore is the primary source of nether quartz, generating in large blobs throughout the Nether dimension. It requires at least a wooden pickaxe to mine and yields experience along with its quartz drops.
FAQ
Where does Nether Quartz Ore generate?
It generates in blobs of 0-24 blocks between Y-levels 10 and 117 across all Nether biomes, appearing even more frequently in basalt deltas.
What does Nether Quartz Ore drop?
It drops 1 nether quartz by default, increasing up to 4 with Fortune III, or the block itself with Silk Touch.
What tool do I need to mine Nether Quartz Ore?
A wooden pickaxe or better is required; mining by hand yields nothing.
How much experience does mining Nether Quartz Ore give?
Each ore drops 2-5 experience points, making it a reasonably efficient way to gain levels while mining in the Nether.