igneous
Granite
Intrusive Igneous Rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on Mohs scale, granular phaneritic texture, varies in color from pink to gray, composed mainly of quartz, feldspar, and mica with dull to vitreous luster.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on Mohs scale, granular phaneritic texture, varies in color from pink to gray, composed mainly of quartz, feldspar, and mica with dull to vitreous luster.
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 due to its durability.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of the Earth's continental crust and forms the core of many major mountain ranges.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its distinct interlocking visible mineral grains. Found globally in continental shields and intrusive plutons.
