igneous
Granite
Intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, typically pink, gray, or white with a phaneritic texture. Composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, typically pink, gray, or white with a phaneritic texture. Composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling of silica-rich magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for countertops, flooring, and monumental architecture.
Geological facts
Granite is the primary component of Earth's continental crust and is found in mountain ranges globally.
Field identification & locations
Identifiable by its visible interlocking mineral grains and high durability; found abundantly in continental shields.
