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Which of the following is also called white mica?(a) Biotite(b) Felspar(c) Muscovite(d) MicrolineThis question was addressed to me during an interview.The query is from Stones topic in section Air Conditioning, Thermal Insulation, Stones & Ferrous Metals of Construction & Building Materials

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Right CHOICE is (c) Muscovite

The explanation: There are two forms of MICA which commonly occur in IGNEOUS rocks. These are biotite and muscovite. Muscovite is also CALLED WHITE mica and biotite is also called black mica.



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