igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, typically pink to gray with a speckled appearance due to mineral grains, dull to vitreous luster, and massive crystal structure.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, typically pink to gray with a speckled appearance due to mineral grains, dull to vitreous luster, and massive crystal structure.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow crystallization of magma below Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for countertops, flooring, monuments, and curbing.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock in Earth's continental crust and forms the core of many major mountain ranges.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its distinct interlocking mineral crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica; found globally in continental shields.
