igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale. Colors range from pink to grey, featuring interlocking quartz, feldspar, and mica crystals. Luster is typically vitreous to dull.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale. Colors range from pink to grey, featuring interlocking quartz, feldspar, and mica crystals. Luster is typically vitreous to dull.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, monument building, countertops, and decorative stone flooring.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of the Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally durable against weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its distinct interlocking mineral grains visible to the naked eye. Found globally in continental shields.
