Year 1: Discovering Earth Science

Excerpt from essay on a rock sample:

"Although called 'fools gold' pyrite is often found with real gold intermingled within it and was often sought after by miners looking for 'The Mother Lode.' And, pyrite has had other uses as well. Pyrite has also been a good source of sulfuric acid prior to modern day practices. Ancient societies used pyrite not only to start fires but also in jewelry and mirrors. Also, if easier sources of iron failed pyrite could be used as a alternative source."

Saturday, November 11, 2006