NATURAL MICA: The mica group is a group of naturally occurring minerals. They represents 37 phyllosilicate minerals that have a layered or platy texture. The commercially important micas are muscovite and phlogopite, which are used in a variety of applications. There are 37 different natural mica minerals. The most common include: clear muscovite, brown phlogopite,…
Natural Black Mica Flakes Biotite is a black variety of mica, opaque. Applied as an additive for paints and plasters as well as topping for tar paper. Used for decorating products. Thermal and electrical insulator. Chemical composition: K2(Mg,Fe)6(Al2Si6O20)(OH)4 – potassium iron magnesium aluminum silicate hydroxide Color: Black, dark brown, dark green, reddish black. Streak: White…
Natural Muscovite Mica Flakes Muscovite, often called ‘white mica’, is the lightest colored mica mineral. Usually colorless, white or silver, occasionally yellow or brown. These Mica Flakes are actually chipped from natural flaked stone, and contain natural imperfections that come from actual stone. White mica flakes are usually opalescent, glass-like flakes. They are suitable for…
