igneous
Granite
Intrusive Igneous Rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, colors ranging from pink to gray, vitreous to dull luster, granular crystal structure containing quartz, feldspar, and mica.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, colors ranging from pink to gray, vitreous to dull luster, granular crystal structure containing quartz, feldspar, and mica.
Formation & geological history
Formed through the slow cooling of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for countertops, floor tiles, curbing, and monuments due to its durability.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of the Earth's continental crust and forms the core of many major mountain ranges.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its visibly crystalline, speckled appearance and extreme hardness; found globally in shields and orogenic belts.
