igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on Mohs scale, pink to gray color, dull to vitreous luster, phaneritic crystal structure with visible quartz and feldspar grains.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on Mohs scale, pink to gray color, dull to vitreous luster, phaneritic crystal structure with visible quartz and feldspar grains.
Formation & geological history
Formed through the slow crystallization of magma beneath Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, monument building, countertops, and architectural facing stone.
Geological facts
Granite is the primary component of Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally resistant to weathering.
Field identification & locations
Identify by interlocking crystals of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase. Found globally in continental shields and mountain roots.
