igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, with a mottled pink, white, and black color. It has a phaneritic crystal structure and vitreous to dull luster.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, with a mottled pink, white, and black color. It has a phaneritic crystal structure and vitreous to dull luster.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling of silica-rich magma deep underground, typically over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for countertops, flooring, and monuments due to its extreme durability.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common igneous rock in the Earth's continental crust and forms the core of many major mountain ranges.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its visible interlocking quartz, feldspar, and mica crystals. Found worldwide in continental shields.
