Geosciences Working Group

lecturer: Martin Krogmann
Fossils preserved in pyrite are often exceptionally well preserved and therefore serve as important scientific specimens. Regrettably, however, pyrite is often unstable and tends to decay over time. This presents a major challenge to conservators in paleontological collections. For more than a century, various methods have been explored to prevent the decay of pyrite. This talk will provide a comprehensive overview of potential mechanisms of pyrite decay and methods for preserving pyrite in fossils.

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