igneous
Granite
Intrusive Igneous Rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale, composed primarily of quartz, feldspar, and mica. Displays a phaneritic, coarse-grained crystal structure with pink, white, or gray colors and vitreous to dull luster.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale, composed primarily of quartz, feldspar, and mica. Displays a phaneritic, coarse-grained crystal structure with pink, white, or gray colors and vitreous to dull luster.
Formation & geological history
Formed through the slow cooling and solidification of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for countertops, flooring, monuments, and architectural facings due to its durability.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of the Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally resistant to weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its speckled, interlocking mineral crystals visible to the naked eye. Found globally in major continental mountain ranges and shields.
