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[[Tin]] is a [[Group 4]] [[metal]] [[element]], on the [[Periodic Table]], with 50 [[proton]]s in the [[Atomic Nucleus|nucleus]]. | [[Tin]] is a [[Group 4]] [[metal]] [[element]], on the [[Periodic Table]], with 50 [[proton]]s in the [[Atomic Nucleus|nucleus]]. | ||
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: [[Tin]] has the [[Chemical Formula|chemical formula]] [[Tin|Sn]]. | : [[Tin]] has the [[Chemical Formula|chemical formula]] [[Tin|Sn]]. | ||
Revision as of 21:18, 1 April 2019
Contents
Key Stage 2
Meaning
Key Stage 3
Meaning
File:TinSymbol.png
The chemical symbol for Tin.
Tin is a Group 4 metal element, on the Periodic Table, with an atomic number of 50.
About Tin
Molecular Structure
- Tin has the chemical symbol Sn.
- Tin atoms join together in large numbers to form a giant metal molecule.
Atomic Structure
- Tin as 50 protons and 69 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an Atomic Number of 50 and an atomic mass of 119.
- Tin is in Period 5 of the Periodic Table because it has 5 electron shells.
Properties
- Tin is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Tin is a shiny solid at room temperature.
- Tin is malleable.
- Tin is sonorous.
- Tin is ductile.
Key Stage 4
Meaning
Tin is a Group 4 metal element, on the Periodic Table, with 50 protons in the nucleus.
About Tin
Molecular Structure
- Tin has the chemical formula Sn.
- Tin atoms join together in a giant metallic structure.
Atomic Structure
- The most stable isotope of Tin has 69 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an atomic mass of 119.
- Tin is in Period 5 of the Periodic Table because it has 5 electron shells.
- Tin loses electrons to form positive metal ions.
Properties
- Tin forms ionic bonds with non-metals.
- Tin is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Tin is a shiny solid at standard temperature and pressure and has a high melting point.
- Tin is malleable.
- Tin is sonorous.
- Tin is ductile.