igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale, composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase. Displays a phaneritic (coarse-grained) texture and dull to vitreous luster.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale, composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase. Displays a phaneritic (coarse-grained) texture and dull to vitreous luster.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling and crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for dimensional stone, floor tiles, countertops, and monuments.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock type in the Earth's continental crust and is frequently found in major mountain ranges.
Field identification & locations
Identified in the field by its visible interlocking mineral crystals of quartz, feldspar, and dark micas or amphiboles.
