igneous
Granite
Intrusive Igneous Rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectMohs hardness of 6-7, colors range from pink to gray, dull to sub-vitreous luster, phaneritic crystal structure, specific gravity around 2.75.
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Physical properties
Mohs hardness of 6-7, colors range from pink to gray, dull to sub-vitreous luster, phaneritic crystal structure, specific gravity around 2.75.
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, architectural monuments, countertops, and decorative facing stone.
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
Identified by visible interlocking mineral crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica. Found globally in continental shields.
