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Iris Agate - A Rainbow in Stone

Iris agate is a captivating variety of agate that displays an iridescent rainbow of colors when cut into thin slices and vi…

What is Plume Agate

Plume Agate - Meaning and Varieties of Plume Agate Plume agate is a variety of chalcedony, a microcrystalline quartz , chara…

Chert - Sedimentary Rock

Chert is a hard, fine-grained sedimentary rock composed primarily of microcrystalline quartz, or silica. It is typically com…

Red Fox Agate

Red Fox Agate is a rare and unique agate variety that is found in Patagonia, Argentina. It is formed in volcanic geodes, wh…

Labradorite - What is Labradorite?

Labradorite is a feldspar mineral that is known for its iridescent sheen, which is caused by the interference of light waves…

Earth’s Core Is Changing and It May Have a New Layer

Water leaking into Earth's core may have birthed a mysterious layer that churns out crystals A few decades ago, seismolo…

Weathering - What is Weathering and Types of Weathering

Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks, minerals, and other materials at or near the Earth's surface. It is ca…

Pillow Lava - Formation and Occurrence of Pillow Lava

Pillow lava, also known as submarine lava or underwater lava, is a type of volcanic rock that forms when lava is extruded un…