tin (tin) chemical element, at. no. 50, symbol Sn.
tin (Sn)
tin (t n)n. Symbol Sn A malleable metallic element used to coat other metals to prevent corrosion. Atomic number 50. |
tin (Sn)
Etymology: AS
a whitish metallic element. Its atomic number is 50; its atomic mass is 118.69. Tin (IV) oxide is used in dentistry as a polishing agent for teeth and in some restorative procedures. See also stannous fluoride.
tin
a chemical element, atomic number 50, atomic weight 118.69, symbol Sn. See Table 6.
dibutyl tin dilaurate
a cesticide used in poultry and cage birds. It is fed to chickens and is toxic if fed accidentally to calves. Causes tremor, diarrhea and convulsions.
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