Common types of crushed stone are limestone and granite, which are passed through a crushing machine to create 1-inch stones with sharp edges ... These large landscape rocks are sometimes used ...

The biggest benefit is that the individual rocks have rounded edges that are comfortable to walk on with bare feet. You don't have to worry about sharp edges or don shoes every time you want to ...

A new study in Chile shows how small differences in rock type can drive large differences in erosion, vegetation, and river networks, illuminating the role of mineralogy in shaping landscapes.