Mica (Noun)
Meaning
Any of various minerals consisting of hydrous silicates of aluminum or potassium etc. that crystallize in forms that allow perfect cleavage into very thin leaves; used as dielectrics because of their resistance to electricity.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The geologist carefully extracted the mica from the quartz formation, taking care not to damage its delicate cleavage.
- Mica was a common additive to the ancient civilization's ceramics, where its flaky texture and metallic luster added to the pottery's aesthetic appeal.
- The electronics manufacturer used mica as a dielectric in their high-voltage capacitors due to its unique combination of electrical insulation and thermal conductivity.
- As the hikers climbed higher, they noticed a change in the rock formations, with the appearance of mica-rich schist that glistened in the sunlight.
- The artisan's eyes sparkled as she carefully laid the mica tiles into a mosaic pattern, creating a vibrant, iridescent effect that seemed to shift and change as the viewer moved.