Silicone or polysiloxane is a polymer made up of siloxane .
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17 Facts About Silicone
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Silicone is often confused with silicon, but they are distinct substances.
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Silicone can be developed into rubber sheeting, where it has other properties, such as being FDA compliant.
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Silicone tubing is sometimes used in automotive intake systems .
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Silicone'set silicone is used to manufacture gaskets used in automotive engines, transmissions, and other applications.
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Silicone is a widely used material in the aerospace industry due to its sealing properties, stability across an extreme temperature range, durability, sound dampening and anti-vibration qualities, and naturally flame retardant properties.
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Silicone membranes have been used to cover and restore industrial roofs, thanks to its extreme UV resistance, and ability to keep their waterproof performance for decades.
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Silicone is becoming an important product in the cookware industry, particularly bakeware and kitchen utensils.
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Silicone is used as an insulator in heat-resistant potholders and similar items; however, it is more conductive of heat than similar less dense fiber-based products.
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Silicone foam has been used in North American buildings in an attempt to firestop openings within the fire-resistance-rated wall and floor assemblies to prevent the spread of flames and smoke from one room to another.
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Silicone is a popular alternative to traditional metals with jewelry, specifically rings.
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Silicone rings are commonly worn in professions where metal rings can lead to injuries, such as electrical conduction and ring avulsions.
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Silicone greases are used for many purposes, such as bicycle chains, airsoft gun parts, and a wide range of other mechanisms.
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Silicone is used in microfluidics, seals, gaskets, shrouds, and other applications requiring high biocompatibility.
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Silicone cooking molds used as bakeware do not require coating with cooking oil; in addition, the flexibility of the rubber allows the baked food to be easily removed from the mold after cooking.
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Silicone rubber is commonly used in baby bottle nipples for its cleanliness, aesthetic appearance, and low extractable content.
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Silicone bands come in bracelet sizes that can be custom embossed with a name or message.
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