Geology often gets a bad rap as the boring study of rocks and minerals. I’m hear to show you otherwise. Geology is a high-octane window into Earth’s vibrant, often violent history. Every rock tells a ...

Ancestors of modern humans collected crystals for which they had no apparent use. A new chimp study could help researchers understand the roots of this infatuation Crystals have repeatedly been found ...

If a tornado strikes New England, Chris Fiske is confident his house isn't going anywhere. It's anchored with 8 tons of crystals and rocks from all over the world. Fiske makes the joke signaling to ...

DILLON, Mont. — Molten granite formed the Pioneer Mountain Range in southwest Montana about 72-million years ago. As the granite cooled, water carried quartz and other minerals through the rocks and ...

Heather Handley receives funding from the Australian Research Council. Heather is a General Governing Councillor of the Geological Society of Australia and Co-Founder and President of the Women in ...

Minerals, crystals, and fossils are beautiful, geologically fascinating, and can aid in spiritual practices, with specimens from all over the world found at area rock shops. Whether you're really into ...