Density
2.33 g/cm³ (liquid at melting point)
Discovery
Discovered by Jöns Jakob Berzelius in 1824.
Common Uses
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Used as the core material in computer chips
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Essential in the production of solar panels
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Widely utilized in glass and ceramics manufacturing
Interesting Facts
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Silicon is the second most abundant element in Earth’s crust.
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It is the backbone of modern electronics.
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Silicon dioxide from sand is crucial for glassmaking.
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