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'''Iron pyrite''' is an iron sulfide with the chemical formula FeS<sub>2</sub> . | [[File:Pyrit 01.jpg|thumb|A sample of iron pyrite with large crystals.]] | ||
'''Iron pyrite''' is an iron sulfide with the chemical formula FeS<sub>2</sub>. Iron pyrite is the most common sulfide material worldwide and therefore is quite notable for its role in providing a source of sulfur in non-volcanic regions. | |||
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Iron pyrite is most notable for its [[sulfur]] content, which makes it a vital mineral for anyone seeking to rebuild chemical industry in a region without access to volcanic sulfur. | |||
'''Iron pyrite''' is a base material for the production of [[ | '''Iron pyrite''' can be used to form sparks and create [[fire]]. | ||
'''Iron pyrite''' is a base material for the production of [[sulfur dioxide]] for use in [[paper]] production and manufacture of [[sulfuric acid]]. | |||
Revision as of 10:39, 8 May 2025
Iron pyrite is an iron sulfide with the chemical formula FeS2. Iron pyrite is the most common sulfide material worldwide and therefore is quite notable for its role in providing a source of sulfur in non-volcanic regions.
Uses
Iron pyrite is most notable for its sulfur content, which makes it a vital mineral for anyone seeking to rebuild chemical industry in a region without access to volcanic sulfur.
Iron pyrite can be used to form sparks and create fire.
Iron pyrite is a base material for the production of sulfur dioxide for use in paper production and manufacture of sulfuric acid.