igneous
Granite
Phaneritic felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale with a pink and dark green/black mottled color scheme and a granular, crystalline structure.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale with a pink and dark green/black mottled color scheme and a granular, crystalline structure.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling of silica-rich magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in dimensional stone for building construction, countertops, monuments, and as crushed stone for roadbeds.
Geological facts
Granite makes up a major part of Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally durable against weathering.
Field identification & locations
Identify by visible interlocking mineral crystals of quartz, feldspar, and dark mafic minerals; commonly found in continental shields worldwide.
