Definition of pyrrhotite
: a bronze-colored mineral of metallic luster that consists of ferrous sulfide and is attracted by a magnet
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According to a state report, a mineral known as pyrrhotite — used in the concrete aggregate for the foundations that are now crumbling — is partly to blame.
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According to a state report, a mineral known as pyrrhotite — used in the concrete aggregate for the foundations that are now crumbling — is partly to blame.
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According to a state report, pyrrhotite was present in the concrete aggregate used for building foundations that are now failing.
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The legislation addresses Community Development Block Grants, testing of pyrrhotite and a process where homeowners could deduct foundation repairs from their federal taxes.
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According to a state report in early January, a mineral known as pyrrhotite was present in the concrete aggregate used for the foundations that are now crumbling, and was partly to blame, as was the amount of water used in installation.
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According to a state report in early January, a mineral known as pyrrhotite was present in the concrete aggregate used for the foundations that are now crumbling, and was partly to blame, as was the amount of water used in installation.
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Willington is one of 36 communities identified as potentially having homes with pyrrhotite problems.
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Willington is one of 36 communities identified as potentially having homes with pyrrhotite problems.
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Origin and Etymology of pyrrhotite
modification of German Pyrrhotin, from Greek pyrrhotēs redness, from pyrrhos red, from pyr fire — more at fire
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