But what do you do when you only know its atomic number? Like... what is the atom symbol whose atomic number is 14?
The answer is Silicon (Si). However there are a lot of interesting facts about Silicon that people don't know. Let me show you:
Silicon Overview
Atomic Symbol
Si (Silicon)
Description
Amorphous form is brown power; crystalline form has gray metallic appearance. Seventh most abundant element in the universe. Second most plentiful element in the earths crust.
Sources
Makes up major portion of clay, granite, quartz (SiO2), and sand. Commercial production depends on a reaction between sand (SiO2) and carbon at a temperature of around 2200 °C.
Makes up major portion of clay, granite, quartz (SiO2), and sand. Commercial production depends on a reaction between sand (SiO2) and carbon at a temperature of around 2200 °C.
State at 20 °C
Solid
Uses
Used in glass as silicon dioxide (SiO2). Silicon carbide (SiC) is one of the hardest substances known and used in polishing. Also the crystalline form is used in semiconductors.
Used in glass as silicon dioxide (SiO2). Silicon carbide (SiC) is one of the hardest substances known and used in polishing. Also the crystalline form is used in semiconductors.
Name Origin
Latin: silex, silicus, (flint).
Latin: silex, silicus, (flint).
Discovery
Discovered By: Jöns Berzelius
Year: 1824
Location: Sweden
Learn more about the atomic mass.
Want to learn more details and data? Check my Elements Comprehensive List.
Want to learn more details and data? Check my Elements Comprehensive List.
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