igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, colors range from pink to gray, phaneritic crystal texture, specific gravity around 2.75.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, colors range from pink to gray, phaneritic crystal texture, specific gravity around 2.75.
Formation & geological history
Formed by the slow cooling of magma rich in silica and alkali feldspar deep beneath the Earth's crust over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, monument building, countertops, and architectural facing stone due to its exceptional durability.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of the Earth's continental crust and forms the core of many major mountain ranges.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its interlocking visible grains of quartz, feldspar, and mica; found globally in continental shields.
