Hematite look-alikes

Hematite

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Several rocks and minerals can be confused with Hematite. Below are documented look-alikes and the features that tell them apart. Never rely on a single feature. Always check multiple properties.

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Magnetite

Also known as: Lodestone

Goethite

Also known as: Bog Iron

Limonite

Limonite (a mixture of hydrated iron oxides, primarily goethite)

Also known as: Bog Iron, Brown Iron Ore

Pyrite

Also known as: Fool's Gold

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