Tin

Chemical element with atomic number 50.

Tin (Sn) is a chemical element with atomic number 50, belonging to the group of post-transition metals. It is known for its corrosion resistance and is commonly used in soldering materials, tinplate steel cans, bronze alloys, and pewter. Tin is relatively soft and malleable.

/tɪn/

Tin is derived from the Anglo-Saxon word 'stannum'.

Tin is a metal that's used to coat other metals, like cans for food, and it was once used to make wedding rings!

Ancient Egyptians used tin to make bronze
Tin is relatively non-toxic and corrosion-resistant
It's one of only two metals that are naturally liquid at room temperature (the other is mercury)

chemical element post-transition metal

white tin gray tin

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