igneous
Granite
Intrusive Felsic Igneous Rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, coarse-grained texture, composed primarily of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase, with a vitreous to dull luster.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, coarse-grained texture, composed primarily of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase, with a vitreous to dull luster.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling and crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used as a dimensional stone in construction, countertops, monuments, and curbing.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of the Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally durable against weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its speckled pink, white, and black interlocking mineral crystals; found globally in major continental shields and mountain roots.
