igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale, pink to grey color, dull to glassy luster,phaneritic texture with visible mineral crystals, specific gravity around 2.65-2.75.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale, pink to grey color, dull to glassy luster,phaneritic texture with visible mineral crystals, specific gravity around 2.65-2.75.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow cooling of silica-rich magma beneath the Earth's surface, typically occurring in continental crust over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction for countertops, floor tiles, and monuments due to its exceptional durability.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common intrusive rock in the Earth's continental crust and is the primary component of many mountain ranges.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its interlocking quartz, feldspar, and mica crystals; found globally in continental shields and intrusive plutons.
