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 a phaneritic, coarse-grained crystal structure and vitreous luster.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale. Colors range from pink to gray with a phaneritic, coarse-grained crystal structure and vitreous luster.
Formation & geological history
Formed through the slow cooling of silica-rich magma beneath Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for countertops, flooring, monuments, and as crushed stone for paving.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally durable against weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by visible interlocking crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica. Found globally in major mountain ranges and cratons.
