igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on Mohs scale, granular texture, pink to gray color, vitreous to dull luster, composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on Mohs scale, granular texture, pink to gray color, vitreous to dull luster, 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
Widely used in construction, architectural monuments, countertops, and decorative stone flooring.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of the Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally durable against weathering.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its interlocking mineral crystals visible to the naked eye, commonly found in major mountain ranges and shields.
