igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale. Colors range from pink to gray with speckled quartz, feldspar, and biotite grains.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale. Colors range from pink to gray with speckled quartz, feldspar, and biotite grains.
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, architectural monuments, countertops, and decorative stone.
Geological facts
Granite forms the core of many major mountain ranges and is one of the most abundant rocks in the continental crust.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its interlocking, visible crystals of quartz and feldspar. Commonly found in continental shields globally.
