igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, mottled gray and white color, granular phaneritic texture, and specific gravity of 2.65-2.75.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, mottled gray and white color, granular phaneritic texture, and specific gravity of 2.65-2.75.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow crystallization of magma below Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for countertops, building facades, monuments, and curbing.
Geological facts
It is the most common rock of Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally durable against weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by visible interlocking quartz, feldspar, and mica crystals. Found globally in continental shields and mountain cores.
