Question

Describe two major differences between the appearance of granite and basalt

Answer 1

The difference between granites and basalts is in silica content and their rates of cooling. A basalt is about 53% SiO2, whereas granite is 73%. Intrusive, slowly cooled inside the crust.

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Answer 2

Basalt is heavier than Granite. It also appears much "Smoother" than granite.