From computer chips to solar power, silicon’s rise kicked off the digital revolution, reshaping industries and daily life.
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Silicon is the second-most abundant element in Earth’s crust and a cost-effective semiconductor material.
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It powers your phone, computer chips, and solar panels—silicon is the invisible force in modern tech.
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The transistor’s silicon wafer sparked the Information Age, enabling rapid advances in computing and communication.
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Silicon chips can degrade over time due to NBTI, affecting performance in high-temperature conditions.
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Unlike plastic, silicone doesn’t break into harmful microplastics and often outlasts single-use items.
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Silicone menstrual cups and bakeware can last up to a decade, reducing waste and cost.
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Emerging silicon-based quantum computers promise scalable power without exotic cooling systems.
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AI’s evolution on silicon chips and deeper space exploration hint at the next frontier in the Silicon Age.