Silicon
is a non-metallic element present in plenty in the earth’s crust. Silicon is
created through the final phases of the life of a star while it fully burns out.
Characteristics of
Silicon
Silicon is defined by the symbol Si and also takes up the
14th place in the periodic table. While silicon is combined with additional metals,
it improves as well as boosts the hardness of the many other metal
Silicon is an inert element which doesn't interact with many
chemicals excluding Hydrofluoric acid, halogens, and also dilute alkali.
Silicon is a semiconductor;
the conductivity raises with rise in temp. This character can make Silicon a
significant element of electronic devices.
Three isotopes of silicon happen normally –silicon-28,
silicon-29 and then silicon-30. Isotopes are 2 or more types of an element.
Benefits of Silicon
1. Sand consists of silicon dioxide (silica). Sand is
utilized in the production of glass and building of complexes.
2. Silicon which is very pure is added to boron, gallium,
phosphorus and arsenic to make a form of silicon found in transistors,
photovoltaic cells, circuit boards as well as other parts used in the
electrical sector.
3. Silicon is utilized in the fabrication
of silicone. Silicone is an artificial polymer which has various uses.
Utilizing silicon as one of the most important elements, silicone is created in
the form of fluids, resins or even elastomers (rubbers).
Utilizes of Silicon
as Silicone
1. Silicone fluids are utilized in motor oils and also
temperature transfer liquids. They are utilized to produce hydraulic fluids, paints,
varnishes, vehicle waxes and also furniture polishes.
2. Silicone resins can be used for coating non-stick
cookware and also industrialized molds. They are utilized for electronic
insulation of varnishes for motor and also transformer windings.
Silicone resins are used in the fabric trade to produce
water-repellent stuffs.
3. In the field of medical care, Silicone is utilized in the
production of cosmetic implants as well as dental impression products. They are
utilized to produce glass container for blood collection, prosthetic products, gels,
and also bandages. Silicone is not toxic. Because of this characteristics, they
are utilized in aesthetic surgery.
4. In the skincare industry, Silicone is utilized in things
like shampoos, shaving gels, hair conditioners and also other gel-like things.
5 Aquariums as well as other watertight containers utilize
silicone to seal the connected area. Water pipes, faucets, counter joints, and
also floor tiles are sealed with silicone to avoid leakage.
