Provinsers

Provinsers are a fictional species from the "Star Trek" universe. They are primarily known from the animated series "Star Trek: The Animated Series" and are depicted as a silicon-based life form. Provinsers are native to the planet Provin in the Alpha Centauri system. Their physical appearance is often described as crystalline or rocky, reflecting their silicon-based biology. They possess unique abilities tied to their physiology, including the capacity to absorb and process mineral compounds.

The species was introduced in the episode "The Infinite Vulcan." In this episode, the USS Enterprise encounters a group of Provinsers who have developed a sophisticated society. Their technology is often portrayed as being in harmony with their natural environment, utilizing geological processes and mineral resources. Provinsers are generally depicted as a peaceful and introspective species, focused on understanding the universe through observation and geological study. Their societal structure is not extensively detailed, but it is implied to be ancient and stable. The encounter with the Enterprise highlights their distinct biology and philosophical outlook, contrasting with the organic life forms of the Federation. Their existence serves as an example of the diverse and varied life forms that populate the "Star Trek" galaxy.