igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase. Displays a phaneritic texture with pink, white, and gray mineral grains and a dull to sub-vitreous luster.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase. Displays a phaneritic texture with pink, white, and gray mineral grains and a dull to sub-vitreous luster.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow crystallization of magma below Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for countertops, flooring, and architectural monuments due to its high durability.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of Earth's continental crust and forms the core of many major mountain ranges.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its speckled, interlocking crystal grains of pink feldspar and clear quartz; found globally in shield areas and mountain roots.
