MEDIUMMCQ SINGLENEET ChemistryInorganic ChemistryMetallurgyVan-Arkel process
Which of the following is also known as “Fools gold”?
A.Wurtzite
B.Iron pyrites✓ Correct
C.Chalcocite
D.Silver glance
Explanation
Iron pyrites i.e., iron sulphides are known as fool’s gold. Its chemical formula is 2 FeS and it is the most common sulphide mineral. It is called fool’s gold as it resembles gold. Therefore, the correct answer is option (b) iron pyrites.
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