igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, multicolored (pink, white, gray, black), vitreous to dull luster, phaneritic crystal structure, and specific gravity around 2.65.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, multicolored (pink, white, gray, black), vitreous to dull luster, phaneritic crystal structure, and specific gravity around 2.65.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling and crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, architectural monuments, countertops, and decorative stone flooring.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common intrusive rock in the Earth's continental crust and forms the core of many major mountain ranges.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its visibly interlocking quartz, feldspar, and mica crystals. Found globally in ancient shield areas and mountain roots.
