Igneous Collection (page 7)

Sample of basalt. Basalt is an extrusive (volcanic) igneous rock composed of calcic plagioclase feldspar, pyroxine, and occasionally olivine. Accessory minerals are sometimes visible

Columnar basalt formation. Basalt is an extrusive igneous rock, which means it forms from the cooling of lava on the surface

Night view of floodlit Saint Michel d Aiguilhe Chapel, situated on the top of volcanic rock, Le Puy en Velay, Haute-Loire, Massif Central, France, Europe

Saint Michel d Aiguilhe Chapel situated on the top of volcanic rock, Le Puy en Velay, Haute-Loire, Massif Central, France, Europe

Waterfall at Kilt Rock, famous basaltic cliff near Staffin, Isle of Skye, Inner Hebrides, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Basalt cliffs and rock stack, Halsenifs Hellir Beach, near Vik i Myrdal, South Iceland, Iceland, Polar Regions

Panoramic view of volcanic landscape, South Iceland, Iceland, Polar Regions

The Nut, Circular Head, Stanley, Tasmania, Australia, Pacific

Jacobs Ladder, Ben Lomond, Ben Lomond National Park, Tasmania, Australia, Pacific

Porphyry Mine in Lessines, Belgium
Mine / Quarry for Porphyry at Lessines, Belgium. Porphyry is a variety of igneous rock consisting of large-grained crystals, such as feldspar or quartz

China Clay workings near St Austell in Cornwall UK
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

On the left the granite spire known as Lady Finger peak, or Bubulimating, summit 6, 000m, high above Karimabad in the Karakoram mountains of the Northern Areas, Pakistan

For sale as Licensed Images

Choose your image, Select your licence and Download the media

"Igneous Wonders: From Yosemite to Kamchatka, Exploring the Fiery Beauty of Nature" Majestic and awe-inspiring, Yosemite Valley from Tunnel View in California's Yosemite National Park showcases the breathtaking power formations. Nevada Fall, Half Dome, and Liberty Cap stand tall against the backdrop of Yosemite National Park, their rugged igneous features a testament to nature's artistry. In Wyoming's Devils Tower National Monument, an ancient volcanic plug known as Devils Tower rises dramatically from the surrounding landscape - a true wonder carved by igneous forces. Transport yourself to another world with the Martian-like landscape created by lava flows at Tolbachik Volcano in Kamchatka, Russia - a mesmerizing display of molten rock cascading down its slopes. At Secret Beach (Kauapea Beach) in Hawaii, witness the raw power of waves crashing on igneous rocks while catching glimpses of Kilauea Lighthouse standing proudly amidst it all. Timanfaya National Park in Lanzarote, Spain is a surreal sight where volcanic activity has shaped an otherworldly terrain dominated by striking igneous formations that seem straight out of science fiction. The vibrant hues and unique patterns found within Garnet Peridotite showcase how minerals crystallize within this fascinating type rock – truly nature’s masterpiece. Los Gigantes cliffs rise majestically along Tenerife's coastline in Spain's Canary Islands; these towering walls were formed through millions of years' worth of volcanic activity shaping solidified magma into sheer beauty. Delve into geology with "The Nummulosphere Part I" cover image capturing intricate details and textures found within various types rocks – unlocking Earth’s geological secrets one layer at a time.