igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale. Colors include pink, white, gray, and black with a phaneritic, crystalline texture and vitreous luster.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale. Colors include pink, white, gray, and black with a phaneritic, crystalline texture and vitreous luster.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling and crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for dimension stone, countertops, monuments, and architectural facings.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common intrusive rock in the Earth's continental crust and forms the core of many major mountain ranges.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its distinct interlocking mineral grains of quartz, feldspar, and mica. Found worldwide on all continents.
