Find the Number of Protons Si

To find the number of protons in ${\displaystyle \text{silicon}}$, first locate the element on the periodic table. Next, find the atomic number which is located above the element\'s symbol. Since ${\displaystyle \text{silicon}}$\'s atomic number is ${\displaystyle 14}$, ${\displaystyle \mathrm{Si}}$ has ${\displaystyle 14}$ protons.