igneous
Granite
Intrusive igneous rock primarily composed of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, varying colors from pink to gray, granular texture, and vitreous to dull luster.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, varying colors from pink to gray, granular texture, and 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 facades, monuments, and kitchen countertops due to its durability.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of the Earth's continental crust and is found on every continent.
Field identification & locations
Identified by visible interlocking mineral crystals; commonly found in major mountain ranges and continental shields.
