igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6-7 on the Mohs scale; white, gray, pink, or red with dark mineral specks; vitreous to dull luster; phaneritic crystal structure.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6-7 on the Mohs scale; white, gray, pink, or red with dark mineral specks; vitreous to dull luster; phaneritic crystal structure.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow crystallization of magma deep beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, architectural monuments, countertops, and decorative stone flooring.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of the Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally durable against weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified in the field by visible interlocking crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica. Found globally in major mountain ranges and continental shields.
