igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, speckled pink, white, and gray colors, phaneritic crystal structure, and a specific gravity of 2.65 to 2.75.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, speckled pink, white, and gray colors, phaneritic crystal structure, and a specific gravity of 2.65 to 2.75.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow crystallization of magma deep beneath the Earth's crust over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, monument building, countertops, and architectural facing.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common intrusive rock on Earth and forms the foundation of many continental landmasses.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its visible interlocking crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica; found worldwide in major mountain ranges and shield areas.
