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Si
Silicon
Atomic Z: 14 · Mass A: 28
Proton (p⁺)
Neutron (n⁰)
Electron (e⁻)
Si
Silicon
Z = 14
Mass A = 28 u · Metalloid
Protons (p⁺)
14 Neutrons (n⁰)
14 Electrons (e⁻)
14 Orbit Velocity1.0x
Orbit Rings
Nucleus Glow
Select Element (29)
Scientific Summary
Hard, brittle crystalline metalloid that powers the entire modern microelectronics semiconductor revolution.
Did You Know?
Silicon makes up over 27% of the Earth’s crust by mass, second only to Oxygen!
Practical Applications
Computer Microchips
Solar Photovoltaic Panels
Silicone Polymers
Quartz Glass
Discovered By: Jöns Jacob BerzeliusYear: 1824