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What are the features of mica?


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a

Mica is a metallic mineral

b

Mica can be easily split into sheets

c

Mica is used in computers

d

All of them 

answer is B.

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The feature of mica is that it can be easily split into sheets. It is one of the non-metallic minerals which is mainly used in the electric and electronic industries. It can be split into sheets easily. In electric industries, mica is used as a thermal insulator and as an electrical insulator in electronic equipment. Mica is an excellent conductor of electricity with less power loss probabilities and resistance to high voltage, which makes it significant in the electronic industry. It is also used in paints. It helps to enhance the tone of the colored pigment by working as a pigment extender in paints. Its color varies from black, clear, red, green, and brown.
 
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