igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, pink to grey color, phaneritic texture with visible interlocking crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica, and a specific gravity of 2.65 to 2.75.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, pink to grey color, phaneritic texture with visible interlocking crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica, and a specific gravity of 2.65 to 2.75.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's surface, typically over millions of years within continental crustal plates.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for dimension stone, architectural facings, monuments, countertops, and floor tiles due to its extreme durability.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common plutonic rock in Earth's crust and is a major component of continental shields.
Field identification & locations
Identify it by its coarse-grained, speckled appearance containing prominent pink or white potassium feldspar grains. Commonly found worldwide in mountainous regions and shield areas.
