Building Blocks of the Earth : Rocks and Minerals
Object ID:
1917.1.117
Collection:
Carr Natural History
Object Name:
Mica Biotite
Dimensions:
H-0.01 W-10.3 L-14.35 cm
Description:
Mica (Biotite) Classification Mineral - Phyllosilicate
Black, brown, dark green pearly, submetallic. Thin plates very elastic, more brittle with alteration, tabular.
Other Name:
Biotite
Chemical Composition:
Hydrous K/Al silicate
Crystal System:
Monoclinic
Specific Gravity:
2.8-3.2
Hardness:
03
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