igneous
Granite
Intrusive Igneous Rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase. Displays a phaneritic texture with visible interlocking mineral crystals ranging in color from pink to gray.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase. Displays a phaneritic texture with visible interlocking mineral crystals ranging in color from pink to gray.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling and crystallization of silica-rich magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for dimensional stone, floor tiles, countertops, and monuments.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock type in the Earth's continental crust and is exceptionally resistant to weathering.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified in the field by its coarse-grained texture and visible mineral grains of quartz, feldspar, and mica. Found globally in major continental shields and mountain ranges.
