igneous
Granite
Intrusive Igneous Rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6-7 on the Mohs scale, typically featuring a coarse-grained texture with white, gray, and black speckles. Luster is vitreous to dull.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6-7 on the Mohs scale, typically featuring a coarse-grained texture with white, gray, and black speckles. Luster is vitreous to dull.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling and crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for countertops, flooring, and monuments due to its extreme durability and aesthetic appeal.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock in the Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally resistant to weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its interlocking quartz, feldspar, and mica crystals; commonly found in mountain ranges and shields worldwide.
