Granite is a type of
landscape rocks that feature granite landforms. Belonging to the category of
magmatic rocks, granite is created when magma undergoes a process of
crystallization, condensation, and solidification, typically occurring at
depths of over three kilometers beneath the surface. Such rock is frequently
identified in orogenic belts. Granite is primarily grayish-white and flesh-pink
in color, mainly comprising quartz, plagioclase, and potash feldspar mingled
with mica, hornblende, and pyroxene. Granite is hard and weather-resistant. In
the process of orogeny, granite rocks undergo uplift, gradually become exposed
on the Earth's surface as overlying rocks erode away, and eventually form
majestic mountains. Granite typically develops numerous joints. These distinct
formations are deemed valuable aesthetic tourism resources. Prominent examples
of granite mountains include
Mount Huangshan,
Mount Taishan,
Mount Tianzhu,
Mount Sanqing,
Gulangyu,
Badaling, and
Mount Putuo.
Common Occurrence Locations
of Granite
