Travertine is not only a geological wonder but also a popular building material. Its use dates back to ancient Rome, evident ...

Scientists and engineers don’t always dance to the beat of the same drum, especially when it comes to “hard rock” science — the study of intact, crystallized rocks on other planets, which may provide ...

The discovery of rare painted rock art featuring cattle in one of the driest parts of the Sahara Desert indicates that the region was once covered in grass, swamps and waterholes, making it a resource ...

The rocks could offer insight into Earth's primordial crust and the environment that gave birth to life. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it ...

To author Anjana Khatwa, rocks are “storykeepers of time.” She blends science and spirituality to explore the origin story of our world. The following is an excerpt from The Whispers of Rock: The ...