Abstract: Proposed is a technology related to the ionization of silicon, and more particularly, to a technology for ionization by organizing silicon using a water-soluble silicate with a tricarboxylic acid or a dicarboxylic acid. This technology enables preparation and use of products containing an organized silicon ion complex in a variety of applications including foods such as water and beverages and medical products, as well as electrochemical applications. In particular, it is expected to treat and prevent various diseases caused by silicon deficiency by providing an organized form of silicon that does not exist as an ion in nature.

Abstract: A necktie having a series of interconnecting fasteners at its wide end and along its middle section, proximate to the wide end. The two cooperating fasteners at the wide end allow a wearer to fold this end of the tie up on itself, for a small hanging length reduction, relative to the length of the entire tie. The wearer may further shorten the hanging length by folding the wide end up to the middle section, where a third fastener connects to those of the wide end to secure the necktie in a folded formation that restricts it from interfering with the wearer's movement.