igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, with a pink, white, or gray color and phaneritic texture. It features interlocking quartz, feldspar, and mica crystals with a vitreous to dull luster.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, with a pink, white, or gray color and phaneritic texture. It features interlocking quartz, feldspar, and mica crystals with a vitreous to dull luster.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years. It is a primary component of continental crust.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for dimension stone, countertops, floor tiles, and monuments. It is also utilized as crushed stone in road building.
Geological facts
Granite is one of the most abundant rocks on Earth and is almost exclusively found on our planet within the solar system. Its high compressive strength makes it extremely durable.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its visible speckled mineral grains of quartz, feldspar, and dark biotite mica. Found globally in major mountain ranges and continental shields.
