Question

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Consider the following statements regarding Mica and select the correct statement:

• A. Mica has a low dielectric strength.
• B. Mica has good insulating properties and is widely used in the making of electrical insulators.
• C. Kerala has the largest deposit of mica in the world .
• D. Mica is considered as a source of green fuel.

Answer 1

The correct option is B Mica has good insulating properties and is widely used in the making of electrical insulators.

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> The mica group includes 37 phyllosilicate minerals. All crystallize in the monoclinic system, with a tendency towards pseudohexagonal crystals, and are similar in structure but vary in chemical composition. Micas are translucent to opaque with a distinct vitreous or pearly luster, and different mica minerals display colors ranging from white to green or red to black. Deposits of mica tend to have a flaky or platy appearance.