igneous
Granite
Intrusive Igneous Rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, predominantly pink, white, or gray with speckled minerals, dull to vitreous luster, phaneritic crystal structure.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, predominantly pink, white, or gray with speckled minerals, dull to vitreous luster, phaneritic crystal structure.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling and solidification of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, monuments, countertops, and architectural facing stone.
Geological facts
Granite makes up a major part of the Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally durable against weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified in the field by its interlocking visible crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica. Commonly found in continental shields and mountain cores.
