igneous
Granite
Intrusive Felsic Igneous Rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale. Colors range from pink to gray with a phaneritic, coarse-grained crystal structure and vitreous luster.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale. Colors range from pink to gray with a phaneritic, coarse-grained crystal structure and vitreous luster.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling of silica-rich magma deep underground, typically over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, monument building, countertops, and architectural facing.
Geological facts
Granite is the primary component of Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally resistant to weathering.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its interlocking visible crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica. Common globally in continental shields.
