igneous
Granite
Intrusive Igneous Rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6-7 on the Mohs scale, pink to gray color, phaneritic texture with visible interlocking mineral crystals, specific gravity of 2.65-2.75.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6-7 on the Mohs scale, pink to gray color, phaneritic texture with visible interlocking mineral crystals, specific gravity of 2.65-2.75.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling and crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's crust over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, architectural building facades, countertops, and monumental sculpture.
Geological facts
Granite forms the baseline of many continental landmasses and is one of the most durable natural stones available.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its distinctive speckled appearance containing pink potassium feldspar, quartz, and dark biotite mica; common globally in shields and mountain roots.
