silicide
noun
sil·i·cide
ˈsi-lə-ˌsīd 
: a binary compound of silicon with a more electropositive element or group
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The resulting structure is protected against oxidation because of the graphene capping the metal silicide layers.
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Dexter Johnson, IEEE Spectrum, 10 July 2013
Iran would irradiate uranium silicide pellets in the reactor to produce medical isotopes, primarily molybdenum-99.
—Richard Stone, Science | AAAS, 15 July 2021
With a thermal conductivity higher than traditional fuel made from uranium oxide, uranium silicide is deemed more efficient and safer.
—Richard Stone, Science | AAAS, 15 July 2021
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Dexter Johnson, IEEE Spectrum, 10 July 2013
Iran would irradiate uranium silicide pellets in the reactor to produce medical isotopes, primarily molybdenum-99.
—Richard Stone, Science | AAAS, 15 July 2021
With a thermal conductivity higher than traditional fuel made from uranium oxide, uranium silicide is deemed more efficient and safer.
—Richard Stone, Science | AAAS, 15 July 2021
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“Silicide.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/silicide. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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