igneous
Granite
Intrusive Igneous Rock
Hardness: 6-7 on Mohs scale. Color: Varies widely (pink, white, grey, black) depending on mineral composition. Luster: Vitreous to dull. Crystal structure: Phaneritic (coarse-grained, visible crystals). Specific gravity: 2.65 - 2.75.
- Hardness
- 6-7 on Mohs scale
- Luster
- Vitreous to dull
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Physical properties
Hardness: 6-7 on Mohs scale. Color: Varies widely (pink, white, grey, black) depending on mineral composition. Luster: Vitreous to dull. Crystal structure: Phaneritic (coarse-grained, visible crystals). Specific gravity: 2.65 - 2.75.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling and crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, architectural building, countertops, monuments, and curbing.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common intrusive rock of Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally durable.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its speckled appearance with visible interlocking crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica. Found globally in mountainous regions and continental shields.
