igneous
Granite
Granite
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6-7 on the Mohs scale, typically pink, white, gray, or black with a phaneritic texture and dull to glassy luster.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6-7 on the Mohs scale, typically pink, white, gray, or black with a phaneritic texture and dull to glassy luster.
Formation & geological history
Formed by the slow cooling and solidification of molten magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, architectural monuments, countertops, and decorative stone flooring.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of the Earth's continental crust and is frequently found in major mountain ranges.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its visible interlocking crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica. Found globally in ancient cratons and shield areas.
