igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale. Composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase, typically showing pink, white, and black speckled colors with a phaneritic texture.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale. Composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase, typically showing pink, white, and black speckled colors with a phaneritic texture.
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 facings, monuments, countertops, and paving materials.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of the Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally resistant to weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its distinct interlocking mineral crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica. Found globally in continental shields and mountain ranges.
