igneous
Granite
Intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, mottled gray and white color, dull to vitreous luster, phaneritic crystal structure with visible mineral grains.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, mottled gray and white color, dull to vitreous luster, phaneritic crystal structure with visible mineral grains.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, countertops, monuments, and architectural facings.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common igneous rock in the Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally durable against weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its interlocking quartz, feldspar, and mica crystals, commonly found in major mountain ranges and shields.
