Translation guide
Silicon dioxide is a chemical compound commonly known as silica. In Japanese, it is typically referred to by its chemical name or common names depending on context.
The chemical substance silicon dioxide, used in scientific, industrial, or technical contexts.
Standard chemical name for silicon dioxide. Used in scientific and technical writing.
二酸化ケイ素はガラスの主成分です。
Silicon dioxide is the main component of glass.
Common term for silica, often used in industrial and everyday contexts (e.g., silica gel).
Silica gel is used as a desiccant.
Literally 'anhydrous silicic acid', an older or more formal chemical term for silicon dioxide. Rarely used outside specialized chemistry.
無水ケイ酸は自然界に広く存在します。
Anhydrous silicic acid is widely present in nature.