igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, mottled pink, white, and black coloration, vitreous to dull luster, and phaneritic coarse-grained crystal structure.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, mottled pink, white, and black coloration, vitreous to dull luster, and phaneritic coarse-grained crystal structure.
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, and monuments due to its extreme durability.
Geological facts
It is the primary component of Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally resistant to weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by visible interlocking quartz, feldspar, and biotite crystals; found globally in major mountain ranges and cratons.
