A surge in quartz countertop fabrication has triggered a growing epidemic of silicosis — an incurable lung disease — among ...

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 ...

Workers are filing lawsuits against the countertop industry as cases of silicosis, a deadly lung disease, rise.

Though once poo-pooed, watch collectors are waking up to quartz. It’s increasingly appreciated for all the reasons that made the technology successful in the first place: accuracy, robustness and cost ...

A one-of-a-kind natural quartz now welcomes visitors to the natural history museum Abigail Eisenstadt The museum’s new natural quartz weighs a whopping 8,000 pounds. It was found in an Arkansas mine ...

You're likely wondering about the pros and cons of quartz vs. granite countertops. Here I will outline the geology of granite and quartz, their source, physical attributes, durability, and ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

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 ...

Find hidden crystals and explore curious alien legends at this Arkansas gem, perfect for families, explorers, and treasure ...