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Biotite is a common phyllosilicate mineral within the mica group with the chemical formula K3AlSi3O10. It is a solid solution series ranging from iron-rich annite to magnesium-rich phlogopite. Biotite has perfect cleavage and a vitreous to pearly luster, occurring in shades of brown, green, black, and yellow with a micaceous fracture and monoclinic crystal system. It has some commercial uses as a filler in paints, drilling muds, and rubber products.

Author

Jessica Penaflor

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