igneous
Granite
Intrusive Igneous Rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, colors range from pink to gray, phaneritic crystal texture, and specific gravity of 2.65 to 2.75.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, colors range from pink to gray, phaneritic crystal texture, and specific gravity of 2.65 to 2.75.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling of magma rich in silica and alkali feldspar deep beneath the Earth's crust over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for dimension stone, countertops, floor tiles, and monumental architecture.
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 interlocking visible quartz, feldspar, and mica crystals, commonly found globally in shield areas and mountainous regions.
