igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, coarse-grained phaneritic texture, variable colors including pink, white, gray, and black, dull to vitreous luster.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, coarse-grained phaneritic texture, variable colors including pink, white, gray, and black, dull to vitreous luster.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow crystallization of magma below Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, monument building, countertops, and architectural facing.
Geological facts
Granite is the primary component of Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally resistant to weathering.
Field identification & locations
Identify by visible interlocking quartz, feldspar, and mica crystals. Found globally in major continental shields.
