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Is fools gold a metal?
Pyrite (A.K.A. Fool's gold) isn't an element, its formula is FeS2 (iron (II) disulfide) Pyrite is classed as a mineral.
Will pyrite dissolve?
Pyrite will not dissolve in water or any type of simple acid. It is a very stable mineral and is resistant to weathering and dissolution under normal environmental conditions.
What metal is obtained from the ore pyrite?
Well, it is an ore of sulphur and definetly not of gold, as you can buy pyrite at quite a low cost, therefore making it quite poplular for rock collectors. another reason it is popular is because of its interesting crystals and the fact that is looks like gold and people can often mistake it for it (unless you see the price!) hence the name 'fools gold'
What mineral has a metal combined with sulfur?
Pyrite is a common mineral with iron combined with sulfur. It is also known as "fool's gold" due to its metallic luster and yellowish color resembling gold. Pyrite is often found in sedimentary rocks and hydrothermal veins.
What is an antonym for pyrite?
An antonym for pyrite could be "gold," as pyrite is often referred to as "fool's gold" due to its resemblance to real gold.
Does a magnet stick to iron pyrite?
It is ferrous thus the answer is YES
Is pyrite heavy for its size?
Yes, pyrite is in fact heavy in weight. This is because pyrite is a type of iron. Generally speaking, iron is quite heavy to lift.
Is pyrite a mineral or non mineral?
No. Pyrite is a compound composed of iron (a metal) and sulfur (a nonmetal).
Is pyrite a liquid at room temperature?
Pyrite is a type of mineral. AKA fool's gold. It's solid at room temp.
Pyrite is often mistaken for what precious metal?
ooh ooh!!! i know this one!! GOLD!!!
What type of iron is known as fools gold?
Iron Pyrite.
What colors does pyrite come in?
Pyrite ranges in color from dull and brassy to shiny yellow-gold.
Is fools gold a metal?
Pyrite (A.K.A. Fool's gold) isn't an element, its formula is FeS2 (iron (II) disulfide) Pyrite is classed as a mineral.
What three minerals are metal and scrach glass?
The three minerals that are metals and can scratch glass are iron pyrite (pyrite), hematite, and magnetite. These minerals have a high hardness level, allowing them to scratch glass and show metallic luster.
Is pyrite an element?
Pyrite is actually a mineral. It is often found within metamorphic and sedimentary rocks though.
What type of rock can iron pyrite be found in?
igneous, metamorphic, sedimentary
Will pyrite dissolve?
Pyrite will not dissolve in water or any type of simple acid. It is a very stable mineral and is resistant to weathering and dissolution under normal environmental conditions.
