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MA State Geologist Brian Yellen Conducting Geologic Survey in CT River Valley to Locate Pyrrhotite

September 16, 2025 Research

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Pyrrhotite, found in bedrock under certain parts of CT and MA, can cause long-term structural weakness in construction when used in cement.

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