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iron pyrite

/ˈaɪərn ˈpaɪraɪt/

翻译: 一种天然矿物,主要成分为二硫化铁,具有金属光泽和淡黄铜色,常被误认为黄金,因此俗称“愚人金”。

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/ˈaɪərn ˈpaɪraɪt/C1formalscientific
  • zh一种天然矿物,主要成分为二硫化铁,具有金属光泽和淡黄铜色,常被误认为黄金,因此俗称“愚人金”。

A naturally occurring mineral composed of iron sulfide, known for its metallic luster and pale brass-yellow color, often mistaken for gold, hence the nickname 'fool's gold.'

  1. Fool's GoldB2formal

    A common sulfide mineral with a metallic luster and pale brass-yellow color, often mistaken for gold.

    zh愚人金

    • Iron pyrite is often called fool's gold because of its resemblance to the precious metal.
    • The rock sample contained small crystals of iron pyrite.
    • Unlike real gold, iron pyrite is brittle and forms cubic crystals.