In glass, the elements that make it up, like silicon, and so

In summary, the conversation discusses the energy levels and electron shells of various elements, specifically in the context of glass and its transparency. It is mentioned that the energy levels of electrons change when elements combine to form molecules and solid matter. The concept of using light and temperature to potentially change the transparency of substances like carbon and hydrogen is also brought up. Ultimately, it is concluded that there are likely energy levels and shell levels in atoms that could have the same energy levels as glass electrons, and that there is potential for substances like carbon and hydrogen to become translucent under certain conditions.
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In glass, the elements that make it up, like silicon, and sodium.
Does the electron eV levels change as these elements become molecules [PLAIN]http://www.chemicalforums.com/Smileys/classic/grin.gif, and become solid glass.
To put it another way, if silicon, sodium, and calcium atoms which have there fixed eV shell levels for electrons.
If these atoms silicon, sodium, and calcium, and the other elements glass is made from, are put together enough to form a molecule, and then a small piece of solid matter.
Do the shell electron levels of silicon, sodium, and calcium change to make glass transparent.
So for example solid silicon, only consisting of pure silicon atoms, when single silicon atoms are put together in a cubic block, is the eV shell level for the electron the same when silicon forms solid matter.
So is there a change in eV electron levels.
Because there is not enough energy in glass for light to get absorbed by atoms.
The light gets transmission through a solid piece of glass, this is why its transparent.
So do electron eV shell levels, or energy levels change, due to these single atoms becoming together to form molecules, and solid matter.
Thank you for your answer, anything help even a few words.
 
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Yes, the electron energy levels are different in a molecule than in a single atom. In a glass, the levels fall in a range that can't be excited by visible light, so the glass doesn't absorb the light and as a result is transparent.
 
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Dear Drakith,
Thank you for youe answer, also do you think there are energy levels/shell levels in atoms, in solid carbon, hydrogen, and helium that could have the same energy levels of glass electrons.
IF you played around with light, wavelengths, and frequency, and using cold temperature to effect electrons.
Also say you mix any EM wavelength with red light, which has the lowest energy, do you think there could be some transmission of the electron, with the red light.
So solid carbon could become translucent like some materials like translucent plastic.
Diamond is transparent which is made from carbon.
But I am talking about the kind of carbon in the human body.
Do you think solid carbon, hydrogen, helium, could become translucent by 15%.
Thank you for your help, anything helps even a few words.
 
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memoryerasure1 said:
Thank you for youe answer, also do you think there are energy levels/shell levels in atoms, in solid carbon, hydrogen, and helium that could have the same energy levels of glass electrons.

Well, helium doesn't form molecules, so that one's a no. As for hydrogen and carbon bonded together into molecules, I would assume so. As you say, diamonds are mostly pure carbon and are transparent, and both carbon and hydrogen are used in many substances which are transparent, such as plastic bags and other plastic containers (like a soda bottle).

memoryerasure1 said:
Also say you mix any EM wavelength with red light, which has the lowest energy, do you think there could be some transmission of the electron, with the red light.

I don't know what this means.

memoryerasure1 said:
But I am talking about the kind of carbon in the human body.
Do you think solid carbon, hydrogen, helium, could become translucent by 15%.

I have no idea what you're getting at.
 

1. What elements make up glass?

Glass is primarily made up of silicon dioxide (SiO2), also known as silica. Other elements such as sodium, potassium, calcium, and aluminum are also present in smaller amounts.

2. How is glass made?

Glass is made by melting together a mixture of sand (silica), soda ash, and limestone at high temperatures. This mixture is then cooled and shaped into various forms such as bottles, windows, and mirrors.

3. Is glass a liquid or a solid?

Glass is technically an amorphous solid, meaning it does not have a crystalline structure like most solids. However, it has properties of both a liquid and a solid, making it difficult to classify as one or the other.

4. What gives glass its transparency?

The main reason for glass's transparency is its molecular structure. The atoms in glass are arranged in a random pattern, which allows light to pass through without being scattered. This is also why glass can appear to be different colors, depending on its thickness.

5. Can glass be recycled?

Yes, glass is one of the most recyclable materials on the planet. It can be melted down and reused an infinite number of times without losing its quality. Recycling glass also helps reduce the amount of waste in landfills and conserves resources used in the production of new glass.

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