Yes, mica can be found in Ohio, particularly in the eastern part of the state. The most common types of mica in Ohio are muscovite and biotite, which are often found in metamorphic rocks. Additionally, mica is sometimes mined as a byproduct of other mineral extraction processes in the region. However, significant commercial mining of mica is not prevalent in Ohio today.
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The ore of mica is called "muscovite." It is a type of mica mineral that is commonly found in metamorphic and igneous rocks. Muscovite is known for its pearlescent luster and excellent cleavage properties.
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Mica has perfect basal cleavage.
Biotite is definitely a mineral. It's in the same family as muscovite, another mineral in the mica family.
Both feldspar and mica are silicates.
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The fracture of mica refers to the way in which mica breaks or cleaves when it is subjected to stress. Mica has a perfect basal cleavage, meaning it breaks easily along flat planes parallel to its mineral structure. This results in thin sheets or flakes of mica with a characteristic luster.