igneous
Granite
Phaneritic felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, predominantly pink to gray color, vitrified to dull luster, interlocking phaneritic crystal structure.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, predominantly pink to gray color, vitrified to dull luster, interlocking phaneritic crystal structure.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling of silica-rich magma deep beneath the Earth's crust over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in commercial construction, monuments, 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 by its speckled pink and black crystalline appearance; found globally in continental shields.
