igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, typically pink, white, or gray with a phaneritic texture and vitreous luster. Composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, typically pink, white, or gray with a phaneritic texture and vitreous luster. Composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling of silica-rich magma deep beneath the Earth's crust over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in architectural construction, countertops, monuments, and decorative stone flooring.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally resistant to weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its visible interlocking mineral crystals; commonly found in major mountain ranges and shield areas globally.
