igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, pink to gray color, phaneritic texture, and specific gravity around 2.75.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, pink to gray color, phaneritic texture, and specific gravity around 2.75.
Formation & geological history
Formed through the slow cooling of magma rich in silica and alkali feldspar deep beneath the Earth's crust.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for countertops, flooring, curbing, and monuments due to its durability.
Geological facts
Granite forms the baseline continental crust of Earth and is exceptionally resistant to weathering over geological timescales.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by visible interlocking quartz, feldspar, and mica crystals; found globally in major mountain ranges and shields.
