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Atomic Profile
Silicon (Si)
Discover properties, shell configurations, industrial applications, compounds, and historical occurrences of the Silicon element.
14Si28.085
Physical Properties
Melting Point1414 °C
Boiling Point3265 °C
Density2.329 g/cm³
Electronegativity1.90
Group / PeriodGroup 14, Period 3
Electronic Config[Ne] 3s² 3p²
Bohr Shells2, 8, 4
Bohr Electron Model
Visualizing the concentric Bohr orbits and energy level shells for Silicon.
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Shell 1: 2e⁻ | Shell 2: 8e⁻ | Shell 3: 4e⁻
Origin & Abundance
Discovery Details
Discovered by Jöns Jacob Berzelius in the year 1823.
Natural Occurrence
Second most abundant element in the Earth's crust (28%). Found in sand, quartz, and silicate minerals.
Common Uses & Applications
- Semiconductor chips in electronics
- Solar cells for energy generation
- Silicone rubber sealants
- Glass manufacturing (Quartz)
Common Chemical Compounds
Below are typical molecular compounds formed by Silicon interacting with other elements:
SiO₂ (Silicon Dioxide)SiC (Silicon Carbide)SiH₄ (Silane)
Element Concept Check
Silicon is heavily utilized in microprocessors because of its property as a:
Video Lectures & Fact Files
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