Crystal Structure of Tin (Sn) [& Color, Uses, Discovery ... 2022

All atoms have a crystalline structure, even Tin. Ok but how do we know what is the crystal structure of an atom of Sn?

In the case of Tin the crystalline structure is Tetragonal. There is a lot of cool facts about Tin that people don't know. Let me walk you through...

Tin Overview

Tin Crystal Structure

Tetragonal

Atomic Number

50

Learn more about the atomic number.

Atomic Mass

118,71

Learn more about the atomic mass.

Uses

Used as a coating for steel cans since it is nontoxic and noncorrosive. Also in solder (33%Sn:67%Pb), bronze (20%Sn:80%Cu), and pewter. Stannous fluoride (SnF2), a compound of tin and fluorine is used in some toothpaste.

Sources

Principally found in the ore cassiterite(SnO2) and stannine (Cu2FeSnS4).

Description

Silvery-white, soft, malleable and ductile metal.

Atomic Symbol

Sn

Name Origin

Named after Etruscan god, Tinia; symbol from Latin: stannum (tin).

State at 20 °C

Solid

Discovery

Discovered By: Known to the ancients.
Year: Unknown
Location: Unknown

Want to learn more details and data about Tin (Sn)? Check my Elements Comprehensive List.

Video

Are you having trouble understanding the basics of atomic elements? This video will walk you through:

• What is an element
• What is a substance
• What Elements look like
• How a small number of atoms can be joined and form completely different substances

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