igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectMohs hardness 6-7, pink to gray color, dull to sub-vitreous luster, phaneritic crystal texture, specific gravity 2.65-2.75.
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Physical properties
Mohs hardness 6-7, pink to gray color, dull to sub-vitreous luster, phaneritic crystal texture, specific gravity 2.65-2.75.
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, countertops, monuments, and architectural facings.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of the Earth's continental crust and forms the core of many major mountain ranges.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its visible interlocking mineral grains of quartz, feldspar, and mica. Found globally in continental shields.
