Granite is the commonest igneous rock found on Continental Plates. Crystal size depends on the pressure and rate of cooling of the Magma.

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Granite is the commonest igneous rock found on Continental Plates. Crystal size depends on the pressure and rate of cooling of the Magma. Comprised mainly of Grey Quartz, dark Biotite mica and pink Feldspar crystals

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