50Sn118.71
Tin
Post-transition metal · element 50 · group 14, period 5
Quick facts
| Symbol | Sn |
|---|---|
| Atomic number | 50 |
| Relative atomic mass | 118.71 |
| Category | Post-transition metal |
| Position | group 14, period 5 |
| State at 20 °C | Solid |
| Melting point | 231.9 °C |
| Boiling point | 2,602 °C |
| Density | 7.287 g/cm³ |
| Electronegativity | 1.96 |
| Electron configuration | [Kr] 4d10 5s2 5p2 |
About Tin
Tin has the symbol Sn and atomic number 50, which means every tin atom has 50 protons in its nucleus and, in a neutral atom, 50 electrons. At room temperature it is a solid.
Post-transition metals are softer metals found to the right of the transition metals, with lower melting points.
It melts at 231.9 °C and boils at 2,602 °C.
Explore it
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