More than 4,000 naturally occurring minerals—inorganic solids that have a characteristic chemical composition and specific crystal structure—have been found on Earth. They are formed of simple ...

Let’s explore the deadliest crystals, minerals, and gemstones that, despite their dazzling appearances, pack a dangerous punch. 1. Arsenopyrite At first glance, arsenopyrite looks like a shiny ...

Experts hope the minerals they find via this method will “power green, renewable energy sources for a sustainable future.” ...

About 400 kilometres northwest of Sydney, just south of Dubbo, lies a large and interesting body of rock formed around 215 ...

Crystals in Ark Fjordur are important minerals required for crafting recipes, including electronic parts, lenses, fabricators, explosive mixtures, and many other important items. Many spots in ...

Nestled in the heart of Paris, the Musée de Minéralogie houses one of the world's finest collections of minerals, gems and meteorites. A fascinating journey among nature's true treasures, in an ...