igneous
Granite
Intrusive Igneous Rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, colors range from pink to gray, dull to sub-crystalline luster, phaneritic texture with visible mineral crystals, specific gravity around 2.65.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, colors range from pink to gray, dull to sub-crystalline luster, phaneritic texture with visible mineral crystals, specific gravity around 2.65.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling of silica-rich magma far beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for countertops, floor tiles, monuments, and curbing due to its extreme durability.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of the Earth's continental crust and is heavily used as a dimension stone.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its interlocking visible grains of quartz, feldspar, and mica; found globally in continental shields and mountain ranges.
