igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, granular phaneritic texture, typically pink, white, or gray with dark mineral specks. Composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, granular phaneritic texture, typically pink, white, or gray with dark mineral specks. 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 facades, monument building, and countertops.
Geological facts
Granite is the primary component of the Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally durable against weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its interlocking visible mineral grains. Common globally in continental shields, including regions of South America.
