igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale with a phaneritic, coarse-grained crystal structure. Colors typically include pink, white, gray, or red with a vitreous to dull luster.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale with a phaneritic, coarse-grained crystal structure. Colors typically include pink, white, gray, or red with a vitreous to dull luster.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow crystallization of magma deep beneath the Earth's crust over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, architectural building facades, countertops, and monumental stone.
Geological facts
Granite is the primary component of Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally resistant to weathering.
Field identification & locations
Identify in the field by visible interlocking crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica. Found globally in major mountain ranges and shields.
