igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale, composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase. Displays a phaneritic texture with pink and white mineral crystals and a vitreous to dull luster.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale, composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase. Displays a phaneritic texture with pink and white mineral crystals and a vitreous to dull luster.
Formation & geological history
Formed through the slow cooling and crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in dimensional stone for building construction, countertops, monuments, and paving materials.
Geological facts
Granite forms the core of many major mountain ranges and is one of the most abundant rocks in the Earth's continental crust.
Field identification & locations
Identify in the field by visible interlocking crystals of pink feldspar, translucent quartz, and dark mica or amphibole. Found globally in continental shields and mountain belts.
