igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, typically pink, white, or gray with a phaneritic texture. Composed mainly 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, typically pink, white, or gray with a phaneritic texture. Composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase with a vitreous to dull luster.
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, architectural building facades, countertops, and monuments due to its durability.
Geological facts
Granite makes up a major part of the Earth's continental crust and is frequently found in core mountain ranges.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its visibly interlocked mineral crystals of quartz and pink feldspar. Found globally in major shields and tectonic belts.
