igneous
Granite
Intrusive igneous rock primarily composed of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, varying colors from pink to gray, dull to vitreous luster, and a phaneritic, coarse-grained crystal structure.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, varying colors from pink to gray, dull to vitreous luster, and a phaneritic, coarse-grained crystal structure.
Formation & geological history
Formed through the slow cooling and crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for countertops, flooring, monuments, and architectural facings.
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 and speckled appearance; found globally in continental shields.
