igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale. Colors range from pink to gray with speckled appearance. Vitreous to dull luster with phaneritic crystal structure.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale. Colors range from pink to gray with speckled appearance. Vitreous to dull luster with phaneritic crystal structure.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling of silica-rich magma deep beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, countertops, architectural facing, and monuments.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock in the Earth's continental crust and forms the core of many major mountain ranges.
Field identification & locations
Identify by visible interlocking mineral crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica. Found globally in ancient shields and mountain belts.
