igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, coarse-grained texture, vitreous to dull luster, and composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, coarse-grained texture, vitreous to dull luster, and composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase.
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, monument building, countertops, and architectural facing.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of the Earth's continental crust and forms the core of many mountain ranges.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its visible interlocking mineral crystals and speckled pink, white, or gray appearance; found globally in continental shields.
