igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, pink to gray color, vitreous to dull luster, phaneritic crystal structure with visible quartz and feldspar grains.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, pink to gray color, vitreous to dull luster, phaneritic crystal structure with visible quartz and feldspar grains.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling and crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's crust over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for countertops, flooring, monuments, and exterior cladding due to its durability.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally resistant to weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its speckled pink, white, and black interlocking mineral grains. Found globally in major mountain ranges and shield areas.
