igneous
Granite
Intrusive igneous rock primarily composed of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6-7 on the Mohs scale, colors range from pink to gray, vitreous to dull luster, and has a phaneritic (coarse-grained) crystal structure.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6-7 on the Mohs scale, colors range from pink to gray, vitreous to dull luster, and has a phaneritic (coarse-grained) crystal structure.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling and solidification of magma deep beneath the Earth's crust over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for dimensional stone, countertops, flooring, and monuments due to its high durability.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of the Earth's continental crust and is rarely found on any other planet.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its visible interlocking mineral crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica; commonly found in continental shield areas.
