igneous
Red Granite
Intrusive Igneous Rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, predominantly pink to red color due to potassium feldspar, vitreous luster, and a phaneritic crystal structure.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, predominantly pink to red color due to potassium feldspar, vitreous luster, and a phaneritic crystal structure.
Formation & geological history
Formed through the slow crystallization of magma beneath the Earth's surface over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, monument building, countertops, and architectural facing stone.
Geological facts
The distinct red hue comes from abundance of potassium feldspar within the mineral matrix. It is one of the most durable continental crust rocks.
Field identification & locations
Identify by visible interlocking crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica with a distinctly reddish overall tint. Commonly found in continental shields globally.
