igneous
Granite
Intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale. Colors range from pink to gray with a phaneritic crystal structure and dull to vitreous luster.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale. Colors range from pink to gray with a phaneritic crystal structure and dull to vitreous luster.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling of 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
Granite is the most common rock in the Earth's continental crust and forms the core of many mountain ranges.
Field identification & locations
Identify by visible interlocking quartz, feldspar, and mica crystals. Found globally in shields and orogenic belts.
