metals & minerals
Silica
commodity description
Silica, also known as Silicon Dioxide, is a compound of the two most abundant elements in the Earth’s crust. It is known for its good abrasion resistance, electrical insulation, and high thermal stability.
MAIN APPLICATIONS
Silica’s main applications comes in industries such as electronics, construction, and glass production. Silica is also used to produce silicon, an intrinsic semiconductor which is critical in the high-tech sector.
