Deep beneath the Earth’s surface, far beyond the reach of sunlight, life finds a surprising source of energy. A new study ...

Scientists discover earthquakes generate chemical energy in rock fractures, fueling deep subterranean microbial ecosystems, ...

For many, that first trip into a quartz mine, bucket and tools in hand begins a lifelong love of digging. Think of a 20-foot high wall thick with shimmering crystals spiking out in all directions.

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Quartz crystals produce electricity when they are deformed by mechanical stress, which may explain how enormous chunks of gold can form in inert rock By James Woodford 2 September 2024 ...