Mica look-alikes
Phyllosilicate mineral group
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Open the appSeveral rocks and minerals can be confused with Mica. Below are documented look-alikes and the features that tell them apart. Never rely on a single feature. Always check multiple properties.
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Chlorite
Phyllosilicate mineral group
Also known as: Clinochlore, Chamosite, etc.
Talc
Mg3Si4O10(OH)2
Also known as: Steatite, Soapstone (rock)
Vermiculite
(Mg,Fe,Al)3(Al,Si)4O10(OH)2·4H2O
Also known as: Expanded Mica
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