ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD PYRITE
From Latin pyrites flint, from Greek puritēs ( lithos) fire (stone), that is, capable of withstanding or striking fire, from pur fire.
10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «PYRITE»
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pyrite in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to
pyrite and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Pyrite Oxidation and Its Control
This book focuses on pyrite oxidation theory, experimental findings on oxidation mechanisms, as well as applications and limitations of amelioration technologies.
2
Encyclopaedia of Petroleum Science and Engineering
The influence of pyrite on the resistivity measurement is greater using high
frequency electrical current, like the induction logs, than on low frequency logs
such as the old electrical logs. The formations with lower Rw have a greater
response to ...
3
Encyclopedia of Soil Science
Borda The University of Delaware, Newark, Delaware, U.S.A. INTRODUCTION
Pyrite (iron disulfide. FeS2) is a ubiquitous mineral, both temporally and spatially,
in the geologic record. It is the most common disulfide mineral in nature and is ...
4
Handbook of Flotation Reagents: Chemistry, Theory and ...
case that pyrite may contain elemental sulfur on its surfaces, which forms
according to the reaction: FeS2 → FeS S Elemental sulfur on pyrite surfaces
makes pyrite highly floatable. During the grinding of natural ores, pyrite uptakes
oxygen, ...
Srdjan M. Bulatovic, 2007
Pyrite is genetically related to a more or less amorphous common mineral. FeS, "
hydro- troilite." now properly called mackinawite, that is found in modern
sediments under reducing conditions. FeS forms first by the bacterial reduction of
sulfate ...
6
The Book of Stones: Who They Are and What They Teach
Pyrite can be a helpful tool for balancing polarities and creating harmony within
the auric field. In body layouts, it should be used on the third chakra, in the hands
and at the base chakra. This will anchor one's auric field firmly in the body, ...
Robert Simmons, Naisha Ahsian, 2007
ofFeS and plus water from FeOOH and b) the formation of plus water So,
formation of pyrite involves (1) reduction of sulphate to sulphide by dissimilatory
sulphate reducing bacteria, (2) oxidation of sulphide to disulphide, and reaction
of ...
Nico van Breemen, Peter Buurman, 2002
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Encyclopedia of Soil Science
Pyrite Apart from elemental sulfur, there are other discrete sulfur- bearing
geological resources used to produce sulfuric acid for the production of
phosphate fertilizers, for example pyrite (FeS2). Pyrite is found in a number of
different geological ...
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Aggregates: Sand, Gravel and Crushed Rock Aggregates for ...
The surface deterioration is usually of no structural or durability significance, but
the unsightly appearance may be considered excessive in comparison to the
small size and incidence of the causative pyrite particles and can be very
expensive ...
Mick R. Smith, L. Collis, P. G. Fookes, 2001
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Evolution of Early Earth's Atmosphere, Hydrosphere, and ...
TSR may explain the formational mechanism of pyrite, especially pyrite with
heavier δ34S values (Ohmoto and Goldhaber, 1997). Origins of Ni, Co, and As in
Pyrite Crystals Cobalt and nickel have been the most widely applied chemical ...
Stephen E. Kesler, Hiroshi Ohmoto, 2006
10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «PYRITE»
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pyrite is used in the context of the following news items.
Owners return to first homes repaired under pyrite scheme
The scheme was established after a 2012 report on the emergence of the mineral pyrite in some homes constructed during the building boom. The presence of ... «Irish Times, Jul 15»
Pyrite Brown BMW M4 by IND
Taking inspiration from their past “Green Hell” project, the M4 Coupe features a series of visual upgrades and a stunning paint job: Pyrite Brown. 3D Design ... «BMWBLOG, Jun 15»
Fire at Chinese pyrite mine kills 5
The bodies of five workers who died in an under construction pyrite mine in China's northeastern Liaoning province have been recovered. State news agency ... «www.worldbulletin.net, May 15»
Just five homes out of 20000 fixed under pyrite plan
"This is typical of FF, they ignored the pyrite problem while in government - this Government established the Pyrite Resolution Board and allocated funding to ... «Irish Independent, Apr 15»
Government's pyrite scheme finished repairs on just five homes
In total, as many as 20,000 homes are believed to be affected by pyrite but an answer to a parliamentary question asked by Fianna Fail's Barry Cowen has ... «Irish Independent, Apr 15»
BMW M4 Individual In Pyrite Brown: Sweet As Chocolate Or Bitter As …
It combines a Pyrite Brown metallic BMW Individual color with a special pigmentation that makes it look different under certain light conditions and perspective, ... «Carscoops, Mar 15»
BMW M4 Coupe pampered with Pyrite Brown metallic Individual paint
It's dressed up in a Pyrite Brown metallic special color from the Individual catalog and depending on the light it shows various nuances. This high-end hue made ... «WorldCarFans.com, Mar 15»
Thousands of homeowners affected by pyrite unaware of resolution …
THE 600 homes affected by pyrite that have applied to a resolution scheme is just “a drop in the ocean” and there are thousands more affected families who do ... «Irish Independent, Feb 15»
Pyrite found in Dún Laoghaire and south Dublin homes
Pyrite, a mineral which can cause severe structural damage to buildings, has been discovered in homes in Dún Laoghaire and south Dublin. Minister of State for ... «Irish Times, Feb 15»
Fool's Gold Preserves Some of Earth's Oldest Fossils
The bacterial breakdown of ancient, wormlike animals after their deaths led to the formation of pyrite, the shiny, yellow mineral sometimes mistaken for gold. «Live Science, Dec 14»
