igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, typically pink, gray, or white with a phaneritic texture and dull to glassy luster.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, typically pink, gray, or white with a phaneritic texture and dull to glassy luster.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, countertops, monuments, and architectural facings.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of the Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally durable against weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its visible interlocking mineral grains of quartz, feldspar, and mica; found worldwide in major mountain ranges.
