SIA Chemistry Abbreviation

Silicon

Symbol:"Si" Atomic Number:"14" Atomic Mass: 28.09amu. Silicon is a delicate, non-metallic element. It is delicate because it is brittle. There is more silicon in the Earth's crust than any other element except oxygen. You will also find silicon in glass, pottery, computer chips, and bricks. A resin used in the binders of coatings. Also used as an additive to provide specific properties, e.g., defoamer.