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marcasite

The correct spelling is marcasite.

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noun

IPA: /ˈmɑːkəsʌɪt/

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The correct spelling is marcasite. The orthorhombic form of iron disulfide, FeS2, occurring as yellow crystals.

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noun

  1. 1.The orthorhombic form of iron disulfide, FeS2, occurring as yellow crystals.
  2. 2.(jewellery) Pyrite.
  3. 3.Any of various metal sulfides, usually iron sulfide minerals.

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