California is on track to become the first state to ban a popular countertop material amid a growing number of lung disease cases.

Quartz countertops are popular for use in kitchens and bathrooms, thanks to their good looks, durability, and ease of care.

Quartz and quartzite countertops look similar, but they’re both manufactured in different ways with different durability, care, and costs.

Quartz countertops are made through a process that releases crystalline silica, which can lead to numerous health conditions ...

A Liberty Mutual unit asks an Austin federal judge to rule it needn't defend Wilsonart and Architectural Surfaces in 100+ silicosis suits, citing silica exclusions.

So far in this series, pretty much every material we’ve covered has had to undergo a significant industrial process to transform it from its natural state to a more useful product. Whether it’s the ...

When looking at black natural stones, you come across names like "Morion," "Black Quartz," and "Smoky Quartz." They all seem ...

When earthquakes squeeze quartz crystals, the mineral generates electricity that attracts gold particles. Pierre Longnus via Getty Images Earthquakes may help prospectors strike gold: When these ...

Three popular crystals used in meditation to promote self-reflection, mindfulness and tranquility are Amethyst, Rose Quartz ...