mica
noun/ˈmaɪkə/
Frequency rank: #13,205 most common English word
Meaning
a mineral that splits into thin, shiny, transparent sheets and is used in electronics and construction.
Example sentence
The geologist found sparkling mica embedded in the rock sample.
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