igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale. Colors range from pink to gray, with a phaneritic, coarse-grained crystal structure and dull to vitreous luster.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale. Colors range from pink to gray, with a phaneritic, coarse-grained crystal structure and dull to vitreous luster.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling of silica-rich magma deep beneath the Earth's crust over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for dimension stone, countertops, monuments, and architectural facings.
Geological facts
Granite is the primary component of Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally durable against weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its interlocking quartz, feldspar, and mica crystals; found globally in continental shields and mountain roots.
