mica

Speech parts

1. mica - Noun

2. Mica - Proper noun

Meaning

The name of a group of minerals characterized by highly perfect cleavage, so that they readily separate into very thin leaves, more or less elastic. They differ widely in composition, and vary in color from pale brown or yellow to green or black. The transparent forms are used in lanterns, the doors of stoves, etc., being popularly called isinglass. Formerly called also cat-silver, and glimmer.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

isinglass garnet emery daze crystal clay obsidian muscovite brimstone mineral calcite alabaster bauxite fluorite Micah
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Hypernyms

mineral transparent substance translucent substance

Hyponyms

muscovite lepidolite phlogopite zinnwaldite paragonite biotite

Phrases with the word

black mica biotite mica mica-containing mica-like mica-type mica insulator

Anagrams

amic cima MCIA Maci ACMI aMCI cami CMIA iMac

Examples

A considerable amount of mica (both muscovite and biotite) is often simultaneously formed, and the resulting product has a close resemblance to many kinds of schist. Source: Internet

Andhra Pradesh with varied geological formations, contain rich and variety of industrial minerals and building stones. citation Andhra Pradesh is listed top in the deposit and production of mica in India. Source: Internet

A small electrical heater heated the mica, causing it to release a small amount of air, thus restoring the tube's efficiency. Source: Internet

An example of such a mineral is muscovite (potassium mica); some varieties are sufficiently clear to have been used for windows. Source: Internet

Available body colour included Spirited Green metallic, Crystal White Pearlescent and Velocity Red mica. Source: Internet

Built-up mica Muscovite and phlogopite splittings can be fabricated into various built-up mica products. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

mic up mic-check Mic. mica insulator mica-containing mica-like