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What substance is sand?
Silicon and a mixture of fine minerals such as calcium formations.
Is silicon hazardous?
Silicon itself is generally not hazardous. However, silicon compounds like silicon dioxide (silica) can be harmful if inhaled as fine dust particles, leading to respiratory issues. It's important to follow safety precautions when working with silicon compounds to minimize exposure.
Can you use silicon in a conventional oven?
What a random question! I think the answer is yes, because once my friend left a silicon knife in her food and baked it (the food), and it turned out just fine.
Where might one find silicon for free?
Free silicon is used in the steel-refining, aluminium casting and fine chemical industries. Silicon is the eight most common element in the universe by mass but very rarely occurs as the pure free element in nature.
What the harmful effects silicon?
Silicon is not known to be toxic, but if breathed in as a fine silica/silicate dust it may cause chronic respiratory problems, even it can cause lung cancer if directly breathed in. Silicates such as asbestos are carcinogenic.
Is sio2 combustible?
Silicon Dioxide occurs as a white fine powder of less than 15µm in average paticle diameter, it is not combustible.combustion of silane give silicon dioxideSiH4 + 2 O2 → SiO2 + 2 H2O.
when in the form of sand, can be used to manufacture glass?
sand is crushed up rocks into fine grains but the specific thing that makes glass is the Silicon Dioxide
What is the scientific name of SiBr2?
Silicon hexabromide
What is the most familiar semiconductor?
silicon and germanium
Does halides contain silicon?
Yes, halides can contain silicon. Silicon can form halides by combining with elements such as fluorine, chlorine, bromine, and iodine to create silicon halides. Examples of silicon halides include silicon tetrafluoride (SiF4) and silicon tetrachloride (SiCl4).
How do you cut silicon carbide?
Silicon carbide can be cut using a diamond saw or a laser cutting machine. Diamond saws are typically used for thicker or larger pieces, while laser cutting is suitable for more precise or intricate cuts. It is important to use proper safety equipment and techniques when cutting silicon carbide due to its hardness and potential for generating fine particles.
Is cement a mixture of limestone and silicon dioxide?
Cement is a powdered substance made primarily from limestone, clay, and other minerals like iron ore and gypsum. It is not a direct mixture of limestone and silicon dioxide. The limestone and clay are heated together to form a compound called clinker, which is then ground into a fine powder to make cement.
