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Pyrite is actually a mineral. It is often found within metamorphic and sedimentary rocks though.
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∙ 9y agoPyrite is iron sulfide often found metamorphic rock, quartz veins, and sedimentary rock. It can also be found in coal beds and fossils as well as gold for which it is often mistaken.
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∙ 14y agoPyroxene is a mineral, a component of many rocks.
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Is pyrite a mineral or non mineral?
No. Pyrite is a compound composed of iron (a metal) and sulfur (a nonmetal).
Is chalcopyrite and hematite and magnetite and pyrite magnetic?
some of our samples of pyrite are paramagnetic
Why is halite called pyrite?
It isn't. Halite and pyrite are two different minerals.
How many atoms of sulfur are in pyrite?
There are two atoms of sulfur in pyrite (FeS2)
What physical differences between pyrite and chalcopyrite?
Pyrite is harder, heavier, and exhibits a conchoidal fracture as opposed to chalcopyrite's brittle fracture. Chalcopyrite also contains copper whereas pyrite does not.
Why is iron pyrite mistaken for real gold?
It is often mistaken because of it's shiny texture. To the untrained eye it looks very similar to gold.
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
Name things made of pyrite?
pyrite is made of FeS2
Is pyrite a mineral or non mineral?
No. Pyrite is a compound composed of iron (a metal) and sulfur (a nonmetal).
What cleavage does pyrite have?
What cleavage does pyrite have
What is the Economic importance of pyrite?
Pyrite is primarily used as a source of sulfur in the production of sulfuric acid, which has various industrial applications such as in fertilizer production, chemical manufacturing, and metal processing. It is also used as a minor ore of both iron and copper. However, its tendency to form acid mine drainage can be a significant environmental issue.
Is there lead in pyrite?
No, Pyrite is iron and sulfur
What is hardness of the pyrite?
the hardness of pyrite is 6.5
What the hardness of pyrite?
the hardness of pyrite is 6.5
What is the diaphaneity of pyrite?
The diaphaneity of pyrite is opaque.
What is pyrite's fracture?
Pyrite has the property fracture. - Raymond Cheung
Sometimes called fools gold?
Pyrite is sometimes called fool's gold because of its metallic luster and pale brass-yellow hue, which can resemble real gold to the untrained eye. However, pyrite is a different mineral with a lower value and hardness compared to gold.
