igneous
Granite
Intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on Mohs scale, granular texture, pink to gray color, and composed primarily of quartz, feldspar, and mica.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on Mohs scale, granular texture, pink to gray color, and composed primarily of quartz, feldspar, and mica.
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, monument building, countertops, and architectural facing.
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 visible interlocking crystals of quartz and feldspar; found globally in continental shields.
