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Granite is very resistant to fracture because of its interlocking mineral crystal structure.
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What is one fact about New Hampshire?
nicknamed "The Granite State"
Does granite morph into crystal?
No. However, crystal can frequently be found in granite. This is due to the fact that both can be formed under similar circumstances, (i.e. extreme heat and pressure).
Why does the color of granite never change?
The colour of granite does in fact change. For example it will change during the weathering process where feldspar minerals will change to clay minerals such as kaolinite. If the degree of weathering is high this can significantly alter the colour of the granite.
Is granite homogeneous or heterogeneous substances?
Granite is a heterogeneous substance. This is due to the fact that it does not appear to be consistently made of one material. An example of a homogeneous substance would be water.
Is Granite flammable?
Absolutely not. Granite, like most Rocks and Minerals, is not flammable AT ALL. If fact, only a very select few rocks or minerals are flammable, most simply melt. Though don't worry about granite melting, melting point is at 1215-1260 oC!
What type of rock is the El Capitan Rock?
Granite
When a granite intrudes into a layer of limestone which is younger granite or limestone?
granite
What will scratch granite counter tops?
Granite does not scratch easily. You can scratch granite with other granite or a tool designed to cut granite but that is about it. Cutting directly on your granite is not recommended as it can dull your knife but it should not create scratches in the stone.
Who is older granite or limestone?
granite
Is granite a suspension?
No. Granite is solid.
What are the hardness and streak of granite?
granite
Is granite permable?
No, granite is not permeable.
