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Pyrite can be identified as a bright-yellow mineral, with a bright-metallic luster. Pyrite can be used to spark a fire if struck against metal or another hard material. Pyrite was used as a spark-producing material in flintlock firearms.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 9y agoGalena and pyrite are able to form cubic crystals. Galena is silvery in color, has a cubic cleavage and a subconchoidal fracture. Pyrite, meanwhile, is bronze yellow in color, has no cleavage and has a conchoidal fracture.
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∙ 14y agoIron Pyrites? That would be Gold. Iron pyrites is known as "Fools Gold" Since it is similar to real gold nuggets in appearance.
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∙ 14y agoPyrite is very hard, gold is soft. Pyrite is crystal like, gold is lumpy. Pyrite is almost worthless. Gold is over $1000 per ounce.
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How does pyrite mineral feel like?
A pyrite mineral feels pricky, it is also rather shiny, not dull.
Is pyrite an element?
Pyrite is actually a mineral. It is often found within metamorphic and sedimentary rocks though.
What test is most reliable for identifying pyrite and gold?
Mineralogists often use the physical properties of minerals to identify them. The most reliable test in order to identify a mineral is the test for hardness.
Where does pyrite occur naturally?
pyrite is my favorite mineral but you can naturally find it normally in Africa or Asia
What kind of mineral leaves a greenish-black streak and cannot be scratched by fluorite?
Pyrite
Is pyrite a mineral or non mineral?
No. Pyrite is a compound composed of iron (a metal) and sulfur (a nonmetal).
What is the difference between pyrite and a pyrite cube?
Pyrite is the mineral whereas a pyrite 'cube' happens to be the habit in which the mineral has crystallised
Is pyrite a metamorphic sedimentary or igneous rock?
It is actually a mineral.
Sometimes called fools gold?
Iron Pyrite - which is a sulphide mineral - FeS2.
Why pyrite is important?
Pyrite, iron sulfide is a common mineral in many rocks. Pyrite is the most important sulfur-containing mineral.
Is pyrite a crystal?
Pyrite is a mineral that can form crystals.
What is a characteristic property of the mineral pyrite?
The characteristic property of the mineral pyrite is sand it is very shiny
What is a silicate mineral--malachite pyrite olivine and diamond?
Olivine is a silicate mineral. Diamond is an elemental mineral. Pyrite is a sulfide mineral. Malachite is a carbonate mineral.
How does pyrite mineral feel like?
A pyrite mineral feels pricky, it is also rather shiny, not dull.
Do people make pyrite with machines?
Pyrite is a mineral with the composition FeS2. To be a mineral, it must be naturally occurring.
Is pyrite an element?
Pyrite is actually a mineral. It is often found within metamorphic and sedimentary rocks though.
The mineral pyrite has a metallic?
Lustre.
