The Elements: Silicon

The Elements: Silicon

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Science, Physics, Chemistry

6th - 12th Grade

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The Earth's crust is largely composed of silicate minerals, which include silicon combined with oxygen and other elements. Silicon is prevalent in nature, found in forms such as sand and quartz, and even in celestial bodies like the sun and stars. It is a highly versatile element, used in making concrete, bricks, glass, and plastics. Silicon's most significant contribution is in the form of silicon chips, which have revolutionized computing by enabling the development of smaller and more powerful computers.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of the Earth's crust is made up of silicate minerals?

25%

50%

10%

75%

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where else, besides Earth, is silicon commonly found?

In the ocean

In the atmosphere

In the Earth's core

In the sun and stars

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a product made from silicon compounds?

Concrete

Brick

Glass

Wood

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary component of glass?

Silicon oxide

Silicon carbide

Silicon nitride

Silicon fluoride

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What technological advancement is attributed to silicon?

The steam engine

The silicon chip

The light bulb

The telephone