igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness 6 on Mohs scale; white, pink, or gray with mottled appearance; vitreous to dull luster; granular crystal structure.
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Physical properties
Hardness 6 on Mohs scale; white, pink, or gray with mottled appearance; vitreous to dull luster; granular crystal structure.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow crystallization of magma deep beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, architectural monuments, countertops, and decorative stone facing.
Geological facts
Granite is the primary component of Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally durable against weathering.
Field identification & locations
Identified by visible interlocking crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica; found worldwide in shield areas and mountain cores.
