igneous
Granite
Intrusive felsic igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectMohs hardness 6; composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase; pink, white, or gray with phaneritic texture.
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Physical properties
Mohs hardness 6; composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase; pink, white, or gray with phaneritic texture.
Formation & geological history
Formed by the slow cooling of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in commercial construction, kitchen countertops, monuments, and architectural facings.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock type in Earth's continental crust and forms the core of many major mountain ranges.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its visible interlocking mineral crystals and speckled appearance; found globally in shield areas.
