It is mainly used in the electrical and electronic industries and can be split into very thin sheets which are tough and flexible. Identify the mineral.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Mica
These are the properties of mica, a non-metallic mineral.
Note: A similar question was also asked in CUET (UG) 2023 on 18-06-2023 (Slot 3).
NCERT (2026-27): “Mica … Mica is mainly used in the electrical and electronic industries. It can be split into very thin sheets which are tough and flexible. Mica in India is produced in Jharkhand, Andhra Pradesh, Telanganga and Rajasthan followed by Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Madhya Pradesh.” |