Pyrrhotite
Pyrrhotite is a mineral with the chemical formula Fe1-xS (where x = 0 to 0.2). It has a Mohs hardness of 3.5 - 4.5 and metallic luster.
Pyrrhotite properties
| Type | Mineral |
|---|---|
| Chemical formula | Fe1-xS (where x = 0 to 0.2) |
| Mohs hardness | 3.5 - 4.5 |
| Luster | Metallic |
| Typical colors | Bronze to brass-yellow |
| Formation | Typically forms in igneous and metamorphic environments, often associated with nickel and copper deposits. |
| Rarity | 5 / 10 |
Mohs hardness 3.5–4.5 — soft
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