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Q: Why would silicon be a possible basis for alien life?
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Silicon life forms would be a reasonable choice for an alien life form?

Yes because an alien can really be anything and dosent need to follow the same layout as everything on earth


What is the solubility of silicon?

It is the basis of glass and is extremely insoluble in water and most other solvents. HF would be needed to dissolve it.


What is the solubility of silicon dioxide?

It is the basis of glass and is extremely insoluble in water and most other solvents. HF would be needed to dissolve it.


Do some alien races have multiple nostrils on their noses?

Multiple nostrils would allow alien races to breathe better, so it is possible.


Do some alien races have short barbs which surrounded their eyes and temples?

It could be possible that some alien races would have short barbs which surrounded their eyes and temples, if they are real.


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It would depend on the alien!


What is it about silicon that makes it a possible carbon substitute in a system?

Theoretically yes, but it is quite implausible. Silicon forms less stable structures than carbon and silicon compounds would be solid at standard conditions and would, therefore, be quite hard to use by organisms.


Which companies sell bust enhancers?

Depending on the type of bust enhancer one is looking for, it would be possible to find them in a number of places. If one was looking for silicon inserts for their bra or swimwear, it would be possible to find them in department stores.


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The most powerful alien would be ALIEN X!!!


What do you call a human and alien mix?

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What is the symbol for silicon-29?

The chemical symbol for the element Silicon is Si. If you wanted to distinguish Silicon 29 from other Silicon isotopes you would write 29Si.


How would life be without silicon?

life without silicon would be terrible. that means no TV, ipod's and no electronics's.