/ˈmaɪkə/ • MY-kuh
MICA is a group of silicate minerals known for their distinctive layered structure that allows them to be split into thin, flexible sheets. These shimmering minerals are widely used in cosmetics, electronics, and construction. In word games, MICA offers excellent value with both M and C worth 3 points each.
Yes. MICA is in the Scrabble-style word list used by our tools and scores 8 points in Scrabble, 10 in Words With Friends and 9 in Wordfeud (base tile values, no board multipliers). Always check the dictionary your game uses (NWL, Collins or the WWF list) before playing.
| Letter | M | I | C | A | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 8 |
| Words With Friends | 4 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 10 |
| Wordfeud | 3 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 9 |
MICA encompasses several related meanings in geology and industry:
A group of sheet silicate minerals that includes several species, most notably muscovite (white mica) and biotite (black mica). These minerals have a layered structure of aluminum silicate sheets weakly bonded together, allowing them to be easily cleaved into thin, transparent to translucent sheets. Chemical formula varies but typically includes potassium, aluminum, silicon, and oxygen.
Ground mica is extensively used in industry for its unique properties: electrical insulation, heat resistance, and shimmer. It's found in paint, cosmetics (for sparkle and shimmer), electronics (as an insulator), and construction materials (roofing, joint compound). The cosmetics industry particularly values mica for its light-reflecting properties.
The word MICA has an interesting etymological journey through multiple languages:
Anagrams: no other word uses exactly the letters of MICA.
Hooks: no front hooks; back MICAS.
Words inside MICA: 9 shorter words can be made from these letters – highest scoring: CAMMACMICAIMAMIAMMAMIAI. See all words from MICA.