No. 1,907 in Dutch
silicon
Silicon: A chemical element, symbol Si, used in electronics and as a key material in semiconductors.
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Silicon wordt veel gebruikt in de technologie-industrie.
Silicon is widely used in the technology industry.
Here, 'silicon' refers to the element used in semiconductor materials for electronics.
De organische siliconen verbindingen hebben unieke eigenschappen.
The organic silicon compounds have unique properties.
In this case, 'silicon' relates to compounds and materials derived from the element silicon that are used in various applications.
De Silicon Valley is bekend als het centrum van innovatie.
Silicon Valley is known as the center of innovation.
Here, 'Silicon' is part of a proper noun referencing the geographical area associated with technological advancements.
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