igneous
Granite
Intrusive Igneous Rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6-7 on the Mohs scale, typically pink, white, or gray with a phaneritic texture. It exhibits a dull to vitreous luster and contains interlocking crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6-7 on the Mohs scale, typically pink, white, or gray with a phaneritic texture. It exhibits a dull to vitreous luster and contains interlocking crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling and crystallization of molten magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for countertops, flooring, monuments, and curbing due to its high durability and resistance to weathering.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of the Earth's continental crust and forms the core of many major mountain ranges.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its visible, interlocking mineral grains of light and dark crystals. It is found globally in ancient shield areas and active orogenic zones.
