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Standard VII
Chemistry
Question
Why is Mica used in toothpaste ?
It makes toothpaste white
It makes toothpaste sparkle
It makes toothpaste soft
None of these
A
None of these
B
It makes toothpaste white
C
It makes toothpaste sparkle
D
It makes toothpaste soft
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Solution
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In opaque
toothpaste
, hydrated silica acts as a secondary abrasive.
Mica
is from the phyllosilicate mineral family — powdered white
mica
is
used
in a number of cosmetics, including
toothpaste
, for its sparkle.
It is also
used
as a mild abrasive to aid in polishing of the tooth surface.
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