igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, typically pink, white, or gray with a phaneritic texture. Displays a dull to glassy luster and contains interlocking crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, typically pink, white, or gray with a phaneritic texture. Displays a dull to glassy luster and contains interlocking crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling and solidification of molten magma deep beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for building facades, floor tiles, and countertops due to its extreme durability.
Geological facts
Granite is the primary component of the continental crust on Earth and is not known to occur naturally on any other planet.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its visible, interlocking mineral grains; commonly found in mountainous regions and continental shields worldwide.
