igneous
Granite
Phaneritic felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6-7 on the Mohs scale, pink to gray color, vitrified to dull luster, interlocking crystalline structure, specific gravity around 2.65-2.75.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6-7 on the Mohs scale, pink to gray color, vitrified to dull luster, interlocking crystalline structure, specific gravity around 2.65-2.75.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow crystallization of magma deep beneath the Earth's crust over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, architectural monuments, countertops, and decorative stone flooring.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally durable against weathering.
Field identification & locations
Identify by visible interlocking mineral crystals of quartz, feldspar, and biotite mica; found globally in major mountain ranges and continental shields.
