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Silicon is a naturally occurring element. It, like all elements other than hydrogen, was formed inside of a star through the process of nuclear fusion.
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What is the location and extent of reserves for silicon?
Silicon is the eighth most abundant element (by weight) in the universe, and the second most abundant element in the earth's crust. It does not occur in its pure form but around 90% of the earth's crust is made up of compounds of silicon (silicates).
What are the elements found in sand?
Silicon and oxygen, in this form. SiO2 Silicon dioxide.
Is silicon similar to a non-metal?
no it is not a nonmetal. Silicon is a metalloid
How does silicon carbide differ from quartz?
Silicon carbide consists of silicon and carbon, quartz consists of silicon and oxygen.
What elements are found in glass?
Silicon is the most abundant element. Sand is SiO2
What are the two most abundant elements in the solid earth?
The two elements that commonly occur within the earth crust are Oxygen and Silicon.
What is the location and extent of reserves for silicon?
Silicon is the eighth most abundant element (by weight) in the universe, and the second most abundant element in the earth's crust. It does not occur in its pure form but around 90% of the earth's crust is made up of compounds of silicon (silicates).
Why is silicon-based life more likely to occur than neon-based life and aluminum-based life?
Silicon is very common in the universe and is shares almost all the qualities of carbon.
What is the scientific name of SiBr2?
Silicon hexabromide
What are the elements found in sand?
Silicon and oxygen, in this form. SiO2 Silicon dioxide.
Is silicon similar to a non-metal?
no it is not a nonmetal. Silicon is a metalloid
What is the most familiar semiconductor?
silicon and germanium
Is silicone synthetic or natural?
Silicone is a synthetic material made from silicon, oxygen, carbon, and hydrogen. It is created through a chemical process and does not occur naturally.
What makes up silicon?
silicon is an element and is only composed of silicon
What is the plural of a silicon die?
Silicon dice is the plural of silicon die
What is the constituent element of silicon dioxide?
Silicon (and oxygen).
How does silicon carbide differ from quartz?
Silicon carbide consists of silicon and carbon, quartz consists of silicon and oxygen.
