pyrite

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Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈpaɪ.ɹaɪt/

Noun

pyrite (plural pyrites)

1. (mineral) The common mineral iron disulfide (FeS₂), of a pale brass-yellow color and brilliant metallic luster, crystallizing in the isometric system.
2. (usually as a plural: pyrites) Any metallic-looking sulphide, such as the above, which is the most common.
3. (solid state chemistry) (usually as a plural: pyrites) Any metal dichalcogenide that is isostructural to the common mineral.

   Copper diselenide can occur both as a marcasite and a pyrite.

Synonyms

• fool's gold
• iron pyrites

Related terms

• pyr-
• pyric
• pyro-

Translations

• French: pyrite
• German: Pyrit
• Italian: pirite
• Portuguese: pirita, pirite
• Russian: пири́т
• Spanish: pirita

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