igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on Mohs scale, colors vary from pink to gray, dull to sub-vitreous luster, phaneritic crystal structure, specific gravity around 2.75.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on Mohs scale, colors vary from pink to gray, dull to sub-vitreous luster, phaneritic crystal structure, specific gravity around 2.75.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling of silica-rich magma beneath the Earth's crust over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, monument making, countertops, and architectural cladding.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common plutonic rock on Earth and forms the foundation of many continental landmasses.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified in the field by visible interlocking quartz, feldspar, and mica crystals. Found worldwide in major mountain belts.
