igneous
Granite
Phaneritic Felsic Igneous Rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale with a pink, white, and grey speckled appearance. It has a dull to subvitreous luster and a coarse-grained crystalline structure.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale with a pink, white, and grey speckled appearance. It has a dull to subvitreous luster and a coarse-grained crystalline structure.
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 for countertops, flooring, and architectural monuments due to its durability.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock in the Earth's continental crust and forms the core of many major mountain ranges.
Field identification & locations
Identify by visible interlocking mineral crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica. Found globally in continental shields.
