igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, pink to grey color with a dull to glassy luster, phaneritic crystal structure, and a specific gravity of 2.65 to 2.75.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, pink to grey color with a dull to glassy luster, phaneritic crystal structure, and a specific gravity of 2.65 to 2.75.
Formation & geological history
Formed by the slow cooling and crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for countertops, flooring, monuments, and as crushed stone for paving.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of the Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally resistant to weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its visible interlocking crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica. Found globally in major mountain ranges and continental shields.
