igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale. Colors range from pink to gray with a phaneritic, coarse-grained texture 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, coarse-grained texture and dull to vitreous luster.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for countertops, floor tiles, curbing, and monuments.
Geological facts
Granite is the primary component of Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally durable against weathering.
Field identification & locations
Identified by visible interlocking mineral crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica. Commonly found in continental shield areas worldwide.
