igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, speckled pink, white, and black coloration, with a phaneritic crystal texture.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, speckled pink, white, and black coloration, with a phaneritic crystal texture.
Formation & geological history
Formed by the slow crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, architectural facades, countertops, and monumental stone.
Geological facts
Granite is the primary component of Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally durable against weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its visibly interlocking quartz, feldspar, and mica crystals. Found globally in continental shields.
