igneous
Granite
Phaneritic Felsic Igneous Rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale with pink, white, and black speckled coloration. It exhibits a phaneritic crystal structure and a dull to vitreous luster.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale with pink, white, and black speckled coloration. It exhibits a phaneritic crystal structure and a dull to vitreous luster.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling of silica-rich magma deep underground, typically over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in building construction, countertops, monuments, and decorative stone paving.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common intrusive igneous rock on Earth and forms the core of many major mountain ranges.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its interlocking visible grains of quartz, feldspar, and mica. Found globally in continental shields and orogenic belts.
