igneous
Granite
Plutonic Igneous Rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase. Displays a phaneritic, coarse-grained crystal structure with a dull to glassy luster and variable pink, white, or gray colors.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase. Displays a phaneritic, coarse-grained crystal structure with a dull to glassy luster and variable pink, white, or gray colors.
Formation & geological history
Formed through the slow cooling and crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years. Common in continental crust worldwide.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for countertops, floor tiles, and monumental architecture due to its high durability and weather resistance.
Geological facts
Granite makes up a major portion of the Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally resistant to weathering compared to sedimentary rocks.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its interlocking, visible mineral grains of quartz, feldspar, and dark biotite mica. Found abundantly in mountain ranges and shield regions globally.
