igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, speckled pink/white and black color, dull to subvitreous luster, phaneritic crystal structure, and specific gravity around 2.75.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, speckled pink/white and black color, dull to subvitreous luster, phaneritic crystal structure, and specific gravity around 2.75.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling of silica-rich magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for countertops, flooring, monuments, and as crushed stone for architectural aggregate.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally durable against weathering.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its interlocking, visible crystals of quartz, feldspar, and micas. Found globally in major mountain ranges and shield areas.
