igneous
Granite
Intrusive Igneous Rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale. Colors range from pink to gray with speckled appearance. Vitreous to dull luster with phaneritic crystal structure.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale. Colors range from pink to gray with speckled appearance. Vitreous to dull luster with phaneritic crystal structure.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling of magma rich in silica and alkali metals deep beneath Earth's surface.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, architectural building facades, countertops, and monument making.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally durable against weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its visibly interlocking quartz, feldspar, and mica grains. Found worldwide in major mountain ranges and cratons.
