Magnetite look-alikes

Magnetite

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Several rocks and minerals can be confused with Magnetite. 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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Hematite

Also known as: Specularite, Kidney Ore, Red Ochre

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Also known as: Chrome Ore

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Also known as: Titanium Iron Oxide

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