igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale, colors ranging from pink to gray, dull to vitreous luster, phaneritic texture with visible quartz, feldspar, and mica crystals, specific gravity of 2.65-2.75.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale, colors ranging from pink to gray, dull to vitreous luster, phaneritic texture with visible quartz, feldspar, and mica crystals, specific gravity of 2.65-2.75.
Formation & geological history
Formed by the slow crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years, commonly found in continental crusts.
Uses & applications
Extensively used in construction, architectural monuments, countertops, and decorative stone due to its exceptional durability and aesthetic appeal.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common intrusive rock on Earth's surface and forms the primary framework of many mountain ranges.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified in the field by its interlocking, coarse-grained mineral crystals of quartz, pink or white feldspar, and dark biotite mica.
