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Facts about the Definition of the Element Silicon

The Element Silicon is defined as...
A non-metallic element occurring extensively in the earth's crust in silica and silicates, having both an amorphous and a crystalline allotrope, and used doped or in combination with other materials in glass, semi-conducting devices, concrete, brick, refractories, pottery, and silicones.

Interesting Facts about the Origin and Meaning of the element name Silicon

What are the origins of the word Silicon ?
The name originates from the Latin word 'silex' meaning flint or hard stone.

The high-tech region of Silicon Valley, California, is named after this element.

Facts about the Classification of the Element Silicon
Silicon is classified as a "Metalloid" element and is located in Groups 13, 14,15, 16 and 17 of the Periodic Table. An element classified as a Metalloid has properties of both metals and non-metals. Some are semi-conductors and can carry an electrical charge making them useful in calculators and computers.

Brief Facts about the Discovery and History of the Element Silicon
Silicon was was first identified by Antoine Lavoisier in 1787. Re-discovered by Jons Berzelius in 1823

Occurrence of the element Silicon
Occurring extensively in the earth's crust in silica and silicates
Elemental silicon is not found in nature
Silicon is a principal component of aerolites and of tektites

Common Uses of Silicon
Semi-conductors
Glass
Concrete
Brick
Pottery
Silicones

The Properties of the Element Silicon
Name of Element : Silicon
Symbol of Element : Si
Atomic Number of Silicon : 14
Atomic Mass: 28.0855 amu
Melting Point: 1410.0 °C - 1683.15 °K
Boiling Point: 2355.0 °C - 2628.15 °K
Number of Protons/Electrons in Silicon : 14
Number of Neutrons in Silicon : 14
Crystal Structure: Cubic
Density @ 293 K: 2.329 g/cm3
Color of Silicon : gray