igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale with a phaneritic texture. Composed primarily of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase with a vitreous to dull luster.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale with a phaneritic texture. Composed primarily of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase with a vitreous to dull luster.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow crystallization of magma below Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, countertops, monuments, and architectural facings.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common plutonic rock in Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally durable against weathering.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its interlocking, visible mineral crystals of pink/white feldspar and black biotite mica. Found globally in continental shields and mountain ranges.
