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Mineral
Identification by Picture and Attribute
Explorers! Before you begin your journey, you need to recognize these geological specimens. |
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Begin by selecting one of the specimens pictured. |
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Inosilicates, Neosilicates, Sorosilicates |
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Oxides, Hydroxides, Carbonates |
Silicates |
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Name: Pyrite |
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Class: SULFIDES Group: |
Color gold |
Chemical Formula: FeS2 |
Streak dark gray |
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Luster metallic |
Hardness 6 - 6.5 |
Cleavage Poor |
Density 5 |
Crystal Form Cubic/Isometric |
Common Uses / Other Facts: Fool's Gold |
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Sulfides and Sulfates |
Halides |
Organic |
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