igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, pink to grey color, phaneritic texture, and specific gravity around 2.75.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, pink to grey color, phaneritic texture, and specific gravity around 2.75.
Formation & geological history
Formed through the slow cooling of silica-rich magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in dimensional stone, construction, kitchen countertops, and monument building.
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 visible interlocking quartz, feldspar, and mica crystals. Found worldwide in continental shields.
