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The phrase "are the basic ingredient" is not correct as it should be "is the basic ingredient" when referring to a singular noun.
You can use it when discussing the essential components of a recipe or a concept, but ensure the subject is singular.
Example: "Water is the basic ingredient for making soup."
Alternatives: "is the fundamental component" or "is the essential element."
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A California company has unveiled a radical new way to make the silicon wafers that are the basic ingredient of most solar cells, cutting silicon consumption by 90 percent and eliminating the need to use glass and heavy backing to keep the cells rigid.
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