igneous
Granite
Intrusive Igneous Rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, typically pink, white, or gray with a phaneritic texture. Exhibits a vitreous to dull luster and is composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, typically pink, white, or gray with a phaneritic texture. Exhibits a vitreous to dull luster and is composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Extensively used in construction, architectural cladding, countertops, and monuments due to its durability.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock type in the Earth's continental crust and forms the core of many mountain ranges.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its visible interlocking mineral crystals; found globally in major continental shields and mountain belts.
