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Yes, pyrite is a naturally occurring mineral. It is commonly known as "fool's gold" due to its metallic luster and pale brass-yellow hue, which can resemble gold. Pyrite is found in a variety of geological environments, often in sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous rocks, and forms in a range of conditions. Its chemical composition is iron sulfide (FeS₂).

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