Silicide (Noun)
Meaning
Any of various compounds of silicon with a more electropositive element or radical.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The researchers discovered a new method for synthesizing titanium silicide, a compound with potential applications in semiconductor technology.
- A common component of refractory cement is molybdenum silicide, used to withstand extremely high temperatures.
- Magnesium silicide is an intermetallic compound that has been studied for its potential use in thermoelectric devices.
- To improve its thermal conductivity, the engineers used chromium silicide as an additive in the alloy.
- Various silicides, such as tungsten silicide and iron silicide, are being investigated as coating materials for high-temperature applications.