Pyrite

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Properties of Pyrite
Pyrite is pale yellow, It's harder and more brittle then gold, and it looks matallic.

Where Pyrite is Found
Pyrite is usually found associated with other sulfides or oxides or in quart veins, Sedimentary Rock, Metamophic Rock and as well as in coal beds.

Interesting Facts About Pyrite
Pyrite gives off a spark when it is hit with a hard object. Pyrite is used for making Sulfuric Acid. This mineral metallic luster and Pale-to-normal, brass yellow hue have earned it's nickname Fools Gold due to it's resemblance to Gold. Pyrite is a valuble ore of Gold. During the early years of the 20th century, pyrite was used as a mineral detector in radio receivers.