igneous
Granite
Plutonic Igneous Rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale, colors ranging from pink to gray, vitreous to dull luster, granular crystal structure, specific gravity around 2.65-2.75.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale, colors ranging from pink to gray, vitreous to dull luster, granular crystal structure, specific gravity around 2.65-2.75.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling and crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for countertops, flooring, curbing, and monuments due to its extreme durability.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of the Earth's continental crust and is frequently found in major mountain ranges.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its distinct interlocking mineral grains of quartz, feldspar, and mica; found globally in shield areas and batholiths.
