igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, composed of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase. Displays a phaneritic (coarse-grained) texture with a vitreous to dull luster.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, composed of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase. Displays a phaneritic (coarse-grained) texture with a vitreous to dull luster.
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 for countertops, flooring, monuments, and as crushed stone for paving.
Geological facts
Granite is the primary component of Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally durable against weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its speckled pink, white, gray, and black interlocking mineral crystals. Found globally in major continental shields and mountain ranges.
