igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale. Varies in color from pink to gray with visible interlocking quartz, feldspar, and mica crystals.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale. Varies in color from pink to gray with visible interlocking quartz, feldspar, and mica crystals.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for countertops, flooring, monuments, and architectural facings.
Geological facts
Granite makes up a major portion of Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally durable against weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its phaneritic texture with distinct mineral grains; found globally in continental shields.
