Some of the earliest tools, sharp flints, were made from silicon—the same material that today makes semiconductors! The brief video describes the abundance of silicon, the properties, and the many applications. The video is the 14th in a series of 118 that examine the elements of the periodic table.

Concepts

silicon, the periodic table, chemical elements

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Discuss the nickname Silicon Valley
• Research the newest technologies that benefit from this element

Classroom Considerations

• Relies on prior knowledge of technology and computer hardware

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Includes closed captioning for the hearing impaired
• Requires very little class time

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 RST.9-10.4 RST.11-12.4