igneous
Granite
Plutonic Igneous Rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, colors ranging from pink to gray, dull to sub-vitreous luster, phaneritic crystal structure.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, colors ranging from pink to gray, dull to sub-vitreous luster, phaneritic crystal structure.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling of magma rich in silica and alkali metals deep beneath the Earth's surface.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, countertops, monuments, and architectural facings.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of the Earth's continental crust and forms the core of many mountain ranges.
Field identification & locations
Identifiable by visible interlocking crystals of quartz, feldspar, and micas. Found globally in continental shields.
