Tin


 * Element Name:** Tin


 * Element Symbol:** Sn


 * Atomic Mass:** 119[[image:Tin_Nadine.png width="216" height="288" align="right"]]


 * Atomic Number:** 50


 * Protons:** 50


 * Electrons:** 50


 * Discovery:** Tin was discovered at least 5,500 years ago by people in ancient times.


 * How It Was Named:** The Latin name stannum originally meant silver and lead and came to mean 'tin'.


 * State of Matter:** Solid


 * Melting Point:** 231.93°C


 * Boiling Point:** 2,602°C


 * Characteristics:**
 * Silver-white metal
 * Highly crystalline structure
 * Ductile
 * Malleable


 * Uses of Element:** Tin cans, window glass, used to coat other materials


 * Interesting Facts:** When you break these crystals you will hear a "tin cry" when the bar is bent. Also, tin slightly changes color when its temperature changes.

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