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 (coarse-grained) texture and vitreous luster.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, typically pink, white, or gray with a phaneritic (coarse-grained) texture and vitreous luster.
Formation & geological history
Formed by the slow cooling and crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for countertops, flooring, monuments, and curbing due to its high durability.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of the Earth's continental crust and is frequently found in major mountain ranges worldwide.
Field identification & locations
Identify by visible interlocking mineral crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica. Common globally in continental shields and intrusive plutons.
