igneous
Granite
Intrusive Felsic Igneous Rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale, predominantly pink, white, or gray with visible mineral grains, dull to vitreous luster, phaneritic crystal structure.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale, predominantly pink, white, or gray with visible mineral grains, dull to vitreous luster, phaneritic crystal structure.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow crystallization of magma below Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, architectural buildings, countertops, and monuments.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally durable against weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by interlocking quartz, feldspar, and mica crystals. Found globally in continental shields.
