Mention some uses of silicon compounds.

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a) Quartz is used in modern clocks.

b) Zircon, topaz are used to make ornamental objects.

c) Sand is used in buildings to make concrete mix.

d) Sand is used in preparation of glass.

e) Silicon carbide is used in cutting and grinding tools, polishing.

f) Zeolite is used in removal of hardness of water and in chromatography.

g) Silicon is used as raw material in the production of silicones.

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