👉 A hyracoidian is a type of mineral in the Earth's crust, which is composed mainly of iron and nickel. These minerals are highly ductile and have been used in various applications including construction, engineering, and jewelry making. Hyracoids, also known as "hyracks," are the fossilized remains of these minerals that were trapped by tectonic forces over millions of years. The term hyracoidian refers to the fossilized remains of these minerals found in a particular