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|Occurrence of granite|. Granite occurs as relatively small, less than 100 km2 stock-like masses and as large batholiths often associated with orogenic mountain ranges and is frequently of great extent. Small dikes of granitic composition called aplites are associated with granite margins. rock consisting of equal proportions of orthoclase and plagioclase plus quartz may be considered a quartz monzonite. A granite containing both muscovite and biotite micas is called a binary granite.
Granite is also a great materials for bathroom vanities, floors, and any other heavily used surface. Quarried from the mountains of Italy, the U.S., India, and dozens of other countries around the world, granite is one of the most popular natural stones on the market for countertops.ranite is also one of the most bacteria-resistant kitchen surfaces, and is not affected by citric acid, coffee, tea, alcohol, or wine. Granite is also nearly impossible to scratch, and with proper cleaning, will not stain under normal use. Sealants are available to further improve stain resistance.