igneous
Granite
Intrusive Igneous Rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, colors range from pink to gray, vitreous to dull luster, granular crystal structure.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, colors range from pink to gray, vitreous to dull luster, granular crystal structure.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, monuments, countertops, and architectural facing.
Geological facts
Granite makes up a major part of continental crust and is exceptionally resistant to weathering.
Field identification & locations
Identified by visible interlocking crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica; found worldwide in shields and orogenic belts.
