But what exactly is silicon, you might ask? Well, let me explain... Silicon is a chemical element and according to Wiki, the eighth most common element in the universe (although since we haven't actually explored the entire universe quite yet, I wonder how anyone could prove that claim...) and the second most plentiful element in the earth's crust. However, it is purified silicon that is used in semiconductor electronics and integrated circuits, and in fact, modern technology depends upon it.
Do you think we'll find a replacement?
I love that silicon is "natural"!!! And jolly useful too! I'm so sure there's some fabulous scientist somewhere is totally doing just that - finding a replacement! LOL! take care
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At least there's enough of it for now.
ReplyDeleteAnd the claim about the universe is far-fetched. Then again, it is Wikipedia.
Had no idea it was so much of earth's crust.
ReplyDeleteNever knew Silicon was a natural element.
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Shelly
Never knew anything about silicon actually, but wow...that picture is gorgeous.
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the picture is so beautiful I could stare at it for hours :)
ReplyDeleteThat picture is mesmerizing. A silicon molecule I presume?
ReplyDeleteThat silicon looks like a bouquet of flowers. And, yeah, I'm pretty sure technology will evolve so that we figure out some new element that will make silicon's qualities look quaint some day.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful picture - good thing we've got plenty of the stuff. What would happen to Silicon Valley otherwise LOL?
ReplyDeleteI'm all for silicon based life forms.
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry, all I can think about is the "Silicon Avatar" from Star Trek, the Crystalline Entity that played a significant role in Data's life.
ReplyDeleteI think nowadays anything is replaceable. #sadbuttrue
ReplyDeleteAs long as there is natural silicon to be exploited, I doubt researchers will get the funds to research alternatives.
ReplyDeleteI think they'll probably come up with something to replace it...eventually.
ReplyDeleteInteresting. And even kinda purty up close. :)
ReplyDeleteI think science and technology are coming up with new things all the time. So a new element more cost efficient should be coming out in the near future.
ReplyDeleteI wonder if there's any reason to replace it since it's so common. That is funny when they say 'in the universe.' Sounds kind of arrogant when we just don't really know what's out there.
ReplyDeleteI always thought silicon was man-made. Doh!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great photo. I agree about the universe thing.
ReplyDeletedepends on from what planet we are extracting elements
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