Tin - Element Properties and Periodic Table Information

Tin - An element from the Periodic Table based on the IOUPAC 1985 standard

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Definition of the Tin Element
A malleable, silvery metallic element obtained chiefly from cassiterite. It is used to coat other metals to prevent corrosion and is a part of numerous alloys, such as soft solder, pewter, type metal, and bronze.

Origin / Meaning of the name Tin
The name originates from the Anglo-Saxon word tin and its symbol Sn from the Latin word 'stannum'

Classification of the Tin Element
Tin is classified in the 'Other Metals' section which can be located in groups 13, 14, and 15 of the Periodic Table. All of these elements are solid, have a relatively high density and are opaque.

Facts about the Discovery and History of the Tin Element
Tin dates back to antiquity. Used in bronze implements as early as 3,500 BC. First believed to have been mined in South-East England

Occurrence the Tin Element
Obtained chiefly from the ore cassiterite
About 35 countries mine tin

Associated Uses of Tin
Coating for steel cans
Tin ceilings, signs, tiles, tin soldier, whistle, containers and tin roof
 

The Properties of the Tin Element
Name of Element : Tin
Symbol of Element : Sn
Atomic Number of Tin : 50
Atomic Mass: 118.71 amu
Melting Point: 231.9 °C - 505.05 °K
Boiling Point: 2270.0 °C - 2543.15 °K
Number of Protons/Electrons in Tin : 50
Number of Neutrons in Tin : 69
Crystal Structure: Tetragonal
Density @ 293 K: 7.31 g/cm3
Color of Tin : silvery

Tin and the Periodic Table
Check out Tin on the Periodic Table which arranges each chemical element according to its atomic number, as based on the periodic law, so that chemical elements with similar properties are in the same column. Our Periodic Table is simple to use - just click on the symbol for Tin for additional information and for an instant comparison of the Atomic Weight, Melting Point, Boiling Point and Mass - G/cc with any other element. An invaluable source of facts and information as a Chemistry reference guide.

Tin - IUPAC and the Modern Standardised Periodic Table
The Standardised Periodic Table in use today was agreed by the International Union of Pure Applied Chemistry, IUPAC, in 1985 and now recognises more periods and elements than Dimitri  Mendeleev knew in his day but still all fitting into his concept of  the "Periodic Table" in which Tin is just one element that can be found.
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