In general, mineral particles are small, having formed within confined areas such as lava flows or between grains of sediments. Large crystals found in geodes and other rocks are relatively rare.

Even blue rocks and minerals, like sapphires and lapis lazuli, are hard to come by. And blueberries were even more of a mystery. "The blue of blueberries can't be 'extracted' by squishing ...

These minerals are often particularly sensitive when exposed to ultraviolet (UV), blue light or inappropriate relative humidity. 'Many people think that because rocks are usually hard and have lasted ...

Cobalt Blue and Ecobatt (a subsidiary of Ecocycle) have announced a strategic partnership to advance Australia’s battery recycling industry and further develop the country’s critical minerals ...