igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, pink to gray color, dull to vitreous luster, phaneritic crystal structure, and a specific gravity around 2.65.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, pink to gray color, dull to vitreous luster, phaneritic crystal structure, and a specific gravity around 2.65.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling and crystallization of magma rich in silica and alkali feldspar deep beneath the Earth's crust.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for countertops, flooring, monuments, and curbing due to its high durability.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common plutonic rock on Earth and forms the principal basement of many continental shields.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its visibly interlocked mineral crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica; commonly found globally in mountainous regions.
