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, phaneritic crystal texture, and high specific gravity around 2.75.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, typically pink, white, or gray with speckled dark minerals, phaneritic crystal texture, and high specific gravity around 2.75.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow crystallization of magma deep beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, monument building, countertops, and architectural facing stone.
Geological facts
Granite is the primary component of Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally resistant to weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified in the field by its interlocking visible crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica. Found globally in major mountain ranges and shields.
