igneous
Granite
Intrusive Igneous Rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on Mohs scale, pink to gray color, phaneritic texture, specific gravity around 2.75.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on Mohs scale, pink to gray color, phaneritic texture, specific gravity around 2.75.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling of silica-rich magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, architectural monuments, countertops, and decorative stone.
Geological facts
Granite is a primary component of the Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally resistant to weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified in the field by interlocking visible crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica.
