igneous
Granite
Intrusive Igneous Rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on Mohs scale, pink to grey color with a dull to vitreous luster, phaneritic crystal structure, and a specific gravity around 2.75.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on Mohs scale, pink to grey color with a dull to vitreous luster, phaneritic crystal structure, and a specific gravity around 2.75.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow crystallization of magma below Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, architectural monuments, countertops, and decorative flooring.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally resistant to weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified in the field by its interlocking visible crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica. Highly common in mountainous regions and continental shields.
