Sedimentary rocks are made up of pieces of older rocks (igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary) and organic remains (shells, bone, etc.). When rocks break apart from erosion they are transported by ...

The official state rock of Nevada gives color to Valley of Fire and Red Rock Canyon and keeps the rain and snow off some pretty important people in Carson City. Sandstone is everywhere in the Silver ...

Every material undergoes physical and chemical changes when subjected to the extremes of heat, pressure, and other factors. This article will discuss what happens to the mechanical properties of ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. David Bressan is a geologist who covers curiosities about Earth. Cemeteries not only provide a peaceful place to contemplate and ...