igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, typically pink, white, or gray with speckled dark minerals. Exhibits a granular crystal structure with vitreous luster.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, typically pink, white, or gray with speckled dark minerals. Exhibits a granular crystal structure with vitreous luster.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, monuments, countertops, and architectural facing stone.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common igneous rock in the Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally durable against weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its interlocking visible crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica. Found globally in major mountain ranges and shields.
