Hy`dro*mi"ca (?), n. [Hydro-, 1 + mica.] Min.

A variety of potash mica containing water. It is less elastic than ordinary muscovite.

Hydromica schist Min., a mica schist characterized by the presence of hydromica. It often has a silky luster and almost soapy feel.

 

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