igneous
Granite
Felsic 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, phaneritic crystal structure, and a specific gravity of 2.65-2.75.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, colors ranging from pink to gray, vitreous to dull luster, phaneritic crystal structure, and a specific gravity of 2.65-2.75.
Formation & geological history
Formed through the slow crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for countertops, flooring, monuments, and as crushed stone for infrastructure.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common intrusive rock in Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally durable against weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its visibly intergrown crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica. Found globally in major mountain belts and continental shields.
