igneous
Granite
Intrusive felsic igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectMohs hardness of 6-7, typically pink, white, or gray with speckled appearance. Composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase.
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Physical properties
Mohs hardness of 6-7, typically pink, white, or gray with speckled appearance. Composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase.
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, architectural monuments, countertops, and decorative stone.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of the Earth's continental crust and forms the core of many mountain ranges.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its interlocking visible mineral crystals and hard, durable texture. Found globally in continental shields and intrusive plutons.
