Pyrite

FeS2

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Known as 'fool's gold,' pyrite is the most common sulfide mineral. Its metallic luster and pale brass-yellow color give it a superficial resemblance to gold. Pyrite occurs in all rock types and is a significant source of iron and sulfur.

क्रिस्टल प्रणाली Cubic (Isometric)
खनिज वर्ग 02 Sulfides and Sulfosalts
मोह कठोरता 6.0-6.5
विशिष्ट गुरुत्व 4.95-5.10
रंग Pale brass-yellow
चमक Metallic
रेखा रंग Greenish-black to brownish-black
विदलन Indistinct
विभंग Conchoidal to uneven
पारदर्शिता Opaque
क्रिस्टल आदत Cubic, pyritohedral, octahedral

मोह कठोरता

Mohs Hardness: 6.0 – 6.5
1 Soft10 Hard

क्रिस्टल प्रणाली

Cubic (Isometric)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hardness of Pyrite?
Pyrite has a Mohs hardness of 6.0-6.5.
What crystal system does Pyrite belong to?
Pyrite crystallizes in the Cubic (Isometric) crystal system.
What color is Pyrite?
Pyrite is typically Pale brass-yellow.
What type of luster does Pyrite have?
Pyrite exhibits a Metallic luster.
What is the chemical formula of Pyrite?
The chemical formula of Pyrite is FeS2.