igneous
Granite
Plutonic felsic igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on Mohs scale, predominantly pink/gray with speckled black spots, vitreous luster, phaneritic crystal structure, and a specific gravity of 2.65-2.75.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on Mohs scale, predominantly pink/gray with speckled black spots, vitreous luster, phaneritic crystal structure, and a specific gravity of 2.65-2.75.
Formation & geological history
Formed through the slow cooling and crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's continental crust over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in architectural construction, monument building, kitchen countertops, and decorative flooring.
Geological facts
Granite forms the baseline foundation of most continental mountain ranges and is one of the most durable natural building stones known.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its visible interlocking quartz, feldspar, and mica crystals. Found globally in major shields and mountain cores.
