Silicon (from the Latin silex, silicis meaning flint) was first identified by Antoine Lavoisier in 1787 and is the chemical element in the periodic table of elements with the symbol Si and atomic number 14. It is a semimetal and a semiconductor and is the second most abundant element in the Earth's crust after oxygen, making up 27.7% of its weight. It is found in clay, feldspar, granite and quartz, mainly in the form of silicon dioxide, silicates and aluminosilicates. In its crystalline form, silicon is gray in color and has a metallic luster, although its color can vary. Because silicon is the primary semiconductor element used in the electronics industry, the Silicon Valley region in California, known for its many computer and electronics companies, is named after this element (silicon in English).
Dimensions
Height (cm): 1-2
Depth (cm): 1-2
Width (cm): 1-2
Weight (g): 5
Property
Chemical Formula: Yes
Mohs scale: 7
Relative Density: not available
Crystalline System: Not available
Metaphysical Corner
In the metaphysical world, silicon is believed to help sharpen concentration and improve mental activity, to filter information and focus on the important ones, as well as improve discernment and intuition.