igneous
Granite
Phaneritic felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale. Composed primarily of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase, with a phaneritic, interlocking crystal texture.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale. Composed primarily of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase, with a phaneritic, interlocking crystal texture.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling and solidification of magma rich in silica and alkali metal oxides deep beneath the Earth's crust.
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 the Earth's continental crust and forms the core of many major mountain ranges.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its speckled pink, white, and black visible mineral grains. Found globally in shield areas and mountainous regions.
