igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, pink to grey color, dull to vitreous luster, phaneritic crystal texture with visible interlocking mineral grains.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, pink to grey color, dull to vitreous luster, phaneritic crystal texture with visible interlocking mineral grains.
Formation & geological history
Formed through the slow crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, architectural building facades, monuments, and countertops.
Geological facts
Granite is the primary component of Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally durable against weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its speckled appearance composed mainly of quartz, feldspar, and biotite mica; found globally in continental shields.
