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What are the uses of mica
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Later, with the development of science and technology, people gradually realized that mica minerals have high insulation, high temperature resistance, strong acid and alkali resistance, and mica also began to enter building materials, fire, plastics, paper, rubber, pearlite pigments and other industries. These are mainly Muscovite and phlogopite.
Mica is a group of silicate minerals that exhibit a layered or sheet-like structure. When processed into powder, it retains its shimmering quality, which is why it is so popular in cosmetic applications. The natural color palette of mica ranges from white to various shades of gold, silver, and bronze, making it highly desirable for manufacturers. However, the price of mica powder is influenced not just by its inherent qualities but also by several key elements.
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Mica powder, known as industrial monosodium glutamate, is widely used. With the continuous development of technology and application market, and some new requirements have been put forward for the quality of mica powder, so synthetic mica powder has been developed. Compared with the natural mica powder processed by natural mica ore, and the synthetic mica powder synthesized by using a variety of raw materials through high temperature reaction and other chemical methods. What are the advantages and differences between them?
For example, the safe operation of high-speed rail cannot be separated from the escort of mica products.
What is Mica?
What are the uses of mica
When selecting a mica powder supplier, several important factors should be considered
3. Sustainable and Non-Harmful As a naturally occurring mineral, high-quality mica powder is sustainable and poses minimal harm to the environment, especially compared to synthetic alternatives.
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The chemical formula of muscovite is KAl₂(AlSi₃O₁₀)(OH)₂, while phlogopite can be described by the formula K(Mg,Fe)₃(AlSi₃O₁₀)(OH)₂. This structural diversity gives mica its remarkable versatility—the ability to perform well in different conditions and applications.
X represents large interlayer cations, such as K+, Na+, Ca2+, Ba2+, Rb+, Cs+, etc. Y represents octahedral cations, such as Al3+, Fe2+, Mg2+, Cr3+, Ti4+, Fe3+, etc. Z is mainly Si4+ and Al3+; The ideal ratio of the additional anion (OH)- to (O)2- is 2:10, and (OH)- can be replaced by F- and Cl-. Most mica contain 4% to 5% water. Therefore, although they may be called mica, the chemical composition of different mica may be very different, for the purpose of research, we collectively refer to the minerals with this type of characteristics as mica group minerals.
Phlogopite is a magnesium-rich mica known for its heat-resistant properties. It is typically a brown to yellowish color and possesses superior thermal stability compared to Muscovite and Biotite. Due to these characteristics, Phlogopite is used in applications involving high temperatures, such as in refractory materials and thermal insulation. It is also used in the production of rubber and paints, where it enhances heat resistance and contributes to the product's overall durability.
In 2022, Lingshou Huajing Mica Co., Ltd. launched cosmetic grade mica powder. The flake structure of mica powder can lock the water on the surface of the skin, forming a protective film to effectively prevent water loss. Its unique gloss and reflection effect add natural and charming luster to the skin, and mica powder also has a certain sunscreen effect. To a certain extent, it can reduce the damage of ultraviolet rays on the skin, protect the skin from the external environment, and prevent sunburn.