igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, typically pink, white, or gray with interlocking mineral grains. It has a dull to vitreous luster and a phaneritic crystal texture.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, typically pink, white, or gray with interlocking mineral grains. It has a dull to vitreous luster and a phaneritic crystal texture.
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 building facades, countertops, and monument making.
Geological facts
Granite makes up a major part of the Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally durable against weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified in the field by its visible interlocking crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica, and found globally in shield areas and mountain ranges.
